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January 2017: Meet the Spring Accelerator Companies
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Announcing the Spring '17

TVL Accelerator Cohort

TVL welcomes the following companies to our family.

Jon Brumley Texas Venture Labs (TVL) is proud to introduce our Spring 2017 cohort of TVL Accelerator companies. Please take a moment to explore this promising group of Austin startups spanning healthcare, technology, consumer, and business services. Our TVL Practicum students hit the ground running on Monday to work with these companies in preparation for Venture Expo on May 4. 

Click the company logos to learn more.

The half Helen Foundation is committed to improving school-age children’s vision and hearing through high quality screening, innovative research, and dedicated advocacy.

Cutting Edge Gamer leases graphics cards to PC gamers with our Infinite Upgrades® Program. Game with the latest and greatest - always. 

Smarter Sorting offers a big data solution to turn chemical waste into reusable products.
Novana Pharmaceuticals is developing a non-opioid, non-addictive pain medicine as a safe solution to the opioid epidemic. 
HomePlate peanut butter is designed to meet the needs of every team - from pro athletes to active families like yours. 

Prosodio develops apps that help parents boost their children’s reading skills in preparation for school.

Earthly Labs is dedicated to cooling the Earth one person at a time. We offer products and services that actually make a difference.
VIPatient is a modern telehealth company. Our system enables physicians to deliver secure and efficient remote care.
eyeQ's displays deliver personalized shopper engagement and valuable insights for retailers and brands.
Discover Lola offers a membership service that delivers hand-selected women's fashion, jewelry, and accessories straight to your door. 
Beam Energy Group enables suppliers, distributors and developers to streamline their solar energy procurement process.
myRollCall provides an all-in-one online platform with custodial banking for volunteer-driven nonprofit and alumni communities.
CoachTube is an online sports education marketplace that gives athletes access to the instruction, knowledge, and motivation they need to grow as athletes and students.
ZyncUp helps universities identify students at-risk of dropping out and provides insights that help re-engage them.
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TVL Scholarship: Last Call!

Know any Full-time Texas MBA applicants?
 

Don't let them miss out on this opportunity. Applications are due January 30. Apply Here.

The TVL Scholarship is a competitive scholarship for prospective Full-time Texas MBA program students who express an interest in entrepreneurship. Scholarship winners receive $10,000 per year of tuition assistance and consideration for the TVL Accelerator and Venture Partner programs. 

For eligibility information and application guidelines, please visit the TVL Scholarship webpage or watch our most recent webinar here

Mark Your Calendars

It's not too early to RSVP for Venture Expo!


Even though our accelerator companies and practicum students are just beginning their semester, TVL has already begun planning for our Venture Expo on May 4 and TVL Investment Competition on May 5. 

Please contact ariel.kayne@mccombs.utexas.edu for media inquiries or additional details. 

Alumni and Other News

Joseph Kopser teams up with Bret Boyd to launch the Grayline Group, a company that helps clients navigate strategic challenges in a global marketplace. [AustinInno]
PopUp Play, a 2015 TVL Accelerator alum, swam with the sharks on "Shark Tank" last year. Watch them pitch their startup when their episode airs on Friday, January 27. [AustinInno]
2011 TVL Accelerator company, Xeris Pharmaceuticals, 
announced a $4MM addition to their Series C round. They offer a solution that treats low blood sugar. [Austin Business Journal]
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