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Discoveries to Impact

Startup Week

 
 

What's Happening at Startup Week?

Monday, April 1 - Friday, April 5

Discoveries to Impact Month's Startup Week unites innovators and entrepreneurs to explore, learn, and connect throughout this impactful week. The events highlighted below are sponsored by the Texas Tech Innovation Hub that empowers entrepreneurs to pursue the American Dream and launch business with revolutionary technologies.

Attendees can immerse themselves in an array of diverse programming, including community-driven presentations, sessions with experienced experts and mentors, a Keynote Luncheon, networking events, and the annual Texas Tech Accelerator Competition. Learn more about each of these opportunities and how to get involved below!

Apr3

1 Million Cups

9:00AM-10:00AM

Texas Tech Innovation Hub

 

This community-led program takes place at the Innovation Hub on the first Wednesday, every month. Showcasing local businesses, 1 Million Cups provides a platform for entrepreneurs to share their journeys and receive constructive advice on how to take their startup to the next level.

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Apr3

Paul Singh Meets with West Texas Startups

Invitation Required.

Apr4

Keynote Luncheon ft. Paul Singh

Growing the Intersection of Tech, Entrepreneurship, and Economic Development

11:30AM-1:00PM

Overton Hotel and Conference Center

 

Join us for an enriching discussion as investor, Venture Capitalist, and entrepreneur, Paul Singh shares valuable insights into the dynamic landscape where technology, entrepreneurship, and economic development converge.

Apr4

Startup Expo

11:00AM-2:00PM

Overton Hotel and Conference Center

 

The Startup Expo is a dynamic showcase of innovation, bringing together cutting-edge startups from various industries to present their groundbreaking products and services. This event serves as a platform for Texas Tech Innovation Hub entrepreneurs to connect with potential investors, partners, and customers. Attendees can explore a diverse range of startups, spanning technology, healthcare, sustainability, SaaS, and more. 

No registration required.

Apr4

Texas Tech Accelerator Competition (Day 1)

3:00PM-5:00PM

Texas Tech Innovation Hub

 

Listen to Texas Tech Accelerator Competition finalists pitch their innovative startups as they compete for entrance into the 2024-2025 Accelerator Program. The one-year program provides each startup team with a $25,000 grant, experienced mentors, access to the Innovation Hub's extensive network, and hands-on monthly workshops. And for the first time, finalists will compete for a spot in the NEW Industry Advancement Technology (iAT) Accelerator Track!

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Apr5

Texas Tech Accelerator Competition (Day 2)

9:00AM-12:00PM

Texas Tech Innovation Hub

 

Listen to Texas Tech Accelerator Competition finalists pitch their innovative startups as they compete for entrance into the 2024-2025 Accelerator Program. The one-year program provides each startup team with a $25,000 grant, experienced mentors, access to the Innovation Hub's extensive network, and hands-on monthly workshops. And for the first time, finalists will compete for a spot in the NEW Industry Advancement Technology (iAT) Accelerator Track!

LEARN MORE & APPLY!

Apr5

Red Raider Idea Competition Pitch Off!

5:00PM-5:45PM

Buddy Holly Hall

 

The votes are in and now the ten Red Raider Idea Competition finalists will pitch their BIG ideas for a chance to win $3,500 in cash prizes! Support faculty, students, staff, and community members who will vye for public votes at the Texas Tech Accelerator Competition Awards Reception. Whoever receives the most public votes, wins a big check! 

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Apr5

Texas Tech Accelerator Competition Awards Reception

5:00PM-7:00PM

Buddy Holly Hall

 

Who will win $25,000 and entrance into the Texas Tech Accelerator Program? Be the first find out at this heart-pounding awards reception! This year, the Awards Reception audience will have the opportunity to select one Texas Tech Accelerator Competition finalist as the winner of the $500 People's Choice Award. We hope you'll join us cheering on these West Texas entrepreneurs! 

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Partner Spotlight

Innovation Hub

Discoveries to Impact Month's Startup Week is brought to you by the Texas Tech Innovation Hub and its partners. The Hub is over 44,000 sq. ft. of space dedicated to startup growth and to enable creative collision. As a startup incubator, the facility is home to young ventures from a variety of industries.

The Hub hosts over 12 programs and events throughout the year to support entrepreneurs. Interested in launching your company in West Texas? Contact the Innovation Hub Team at researchpark@ttu.edu for more information. Or visit them online through the button below!

Innovation Hub Website