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Texas Tech University

Launching West Texas Startups

 

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Innovation Hub

The Hub is a place to nurture smart ideas and entrepreneurs to create a social or commercial value resulting in impact. The Hub assists in the formation of technology startup companies critically relevant to today's local and regional economy. Startups create 80%+ of net new jobs, new industries and new solutions.

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$99200000

Investment Capital Raised by Startups

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 Entrepreneurs & Innovators Supported

149200

 

Students, faculty, and community members that walk through our doors to attend any of our events since 2017.

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Startup Teams and Companies Formed

327

 

This metric represents the cumulative NSF I-Corps teams and startup companies formed by the Hub. 

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Mentors Give Back

42000

 

A community paying it forward, this number represents the cumulative hours supporting our innovation and entrepreneur ecosystem. The cornerstone of our Ideation, Commercialization, and Acceleration programming is the iTTU Mentors.

Upcoming

Events

04.23

Startup Expo (DTI Month)

Experience the cutting edge of entrepreneurship at the Startup Expo, where founders from the Hub’s programs showcase their groundbreaking ventures. The Expo takes place before and after the Innovation Hub’s annual keynote luncheon, allowing attendees to immerse themselves in the latest innovations.

04.23

Keynote Luncheon (DTI Month)

Join the Texas Tech Innovation Hub for the annual Discoveries to Impact Keynote Luncheon and Startup Expo. Explore groundbreaking ideas and connect with Hub startups during the expo, then enjoy a dynamic keynote experience that will leave you energized and motivated.

04.23

Accelerator Competition (Day 1)

Watch our top finalists compete for a spot in the year-long Texas Tech Accelerator Program! Join the Innovation Hub in cheering on these startup teams as they compete for $40,000 in seed funding, expert mentorship, comprehensive resources, tailored training, and access to our extensive network of alumni, partners, and potential customers.

04.24

Accelerator Competition (Day 2)

Watch our top finalists compete for a spot in the year-long Texas Tech Accelerator Program! Join the Innovation Hub in cheering on these startup teams as they compete for $40,000 in seed funding, expert mentorship, comprehensive resources, tailored training, and access to our extensive network of alumni, partners, and potential customers.

The

Buzz

From Med School to the Business Hall of Fame

Red Raider Startup Weekend Awards $4,000 to Student Innovators

Student Hustle on Full Display at the Fall 2025 Rawls Marketplace

Red Raiders vs. Aggies: Texas Tech Teams Win at Pantex Innovation Showdown

From Lab to Launchpad