TechFW will be recognizing four local technology entrepreneurs at its ninth-annual IMPACT Awards Luncheon.
Comerica Bank is the Presenting Sponsor of the event, which will take place Tuesday, Oct. 17, at Texas Christian University’s Brown Lupton University Union and aims to “celebrate the global impact of emerging technologies.”
In addition to celebrating technology and its impact, the luncheon honors both clients and graduates of TechFW programs, as well as portfolio companies of Cowtown Angels. Cowtown Angels is a program within TechFW that connects independent investors and startups.
“TechFW is thrilled to give recognition to our clients that already are achieving measurable success,” said TechFW Executive Director Darlene Boudreaux, in a news release. “These entrepreneurs being recognized are committed to new or advanced technology to better our world. The opportunity to shine this spotlight on them is gratifying.”
On-site registration will begin at 11 a.m. and the ceremony will follow at 11:30 a.m. For tables and tickets to the event, please visit techfw.org/impact-awards.
The IMPACT Awards Luncheon will also feature keynote speaker Chris Moran. Moran has served as vice president of Corporate Development for the Lockheed Martin Corporation, and executive director and general manager of Lockheed Martin Ventures for the past 15 months.
According to the release, Moran and the Venture investment team will seek “small, private technology companies aligned with the business initiatives and strategies of Lockheed Martin,” at the event.
Four startups will be recognized at the event based on the TechFW Board’s “belief that they have the potential to impact our world,” the release stated. The release also provided snapshots on the four companies to be recognized:
Aeroblaze Laboratory –Aeroblaze Laboratory is an FAA-registered independent facility specializing in flammability testing for aircraft interiors. Its 4,000-square-foot testing facility is located in north Fort Worth. Andrew Feghali is Founder and Lab Manager.
Eosera – Eosera exists to “heal humans – not just physically, but emotionally and mentally, too.” The company is committed to developing products that address underserved medical needs. Its first product is EarWax MD, which has launched already on Amazon and in CVS stores nationwide. Founders are Elyse Stoltz-Dickerson, CEO, and Joe Griffin, Chief Scientific Officer.
Exact Diagnostics – The company is committed to patients receiving accurate answers and diagnoses. They do this by providing exact quality control materials and custom products for laboratories conducting infectious disease, oncology and genetic testing. Founder Richie Petronis heads the company’s commercial operations.
Go Vivid – Its product is DirectMe, a portable, adaptable and interactive electronic system designed to provide responsive route guidance and obstacle avoidance for sight-impaired individuals. Founder and CEO is Jennifer Hendrix.
In addition to Comerica Bank, the Fort Worth Business Press, Lockheed Martin, Sabre, Whitley Penn, RHSB, the Neeley School of Business at Texas Christian University, Silicon Valley Bank and Southwest Bank are also sponsoring the luncheon.