Techstars' first remote accelerator—Techstars Anywhere—began in 2017 with the "belief that good startup ideas can come from everywhere and anywhere." Now North Texas' Trey Bowles is at the helm to grow the program. [Image: Techstars]
Techstars’ "most popular" accelerator has a new leader at the top. Trey Bowles took the reins to steer the March initiative and oversee the application/selection process for the September program. The deadline to apply is May 22.
Recognized for its pioneering mental health and wellbeing solutions tailored for athletes, ZAMA Health has been acquired by Seattle-based Volt, which offers "hyper-personalized" strength training that "dynamically adapts" to individual athletes.
A former Yale track captain and three NFL vets—including two Dallas Cowboys—talk frankly about their entrepreneurial journeys from playing field to founder.
In this week’s North Texas deal flow, you’ll also find news about Sinclair Digital Services’ $5 million fundraising effort; Energy Spectrum Capital helping to launch a new energy firm; Darling Ingredients’ $1.2 billion acquisition; the Dallas Cowboys’ official accounting firm merging with BKM Sowan Horan; and more.
"You're putting more bets on the table that it will lead to some sort of future economic growth that you probably can't predict," Cushman told Dallas Innovates. "Some of these companies, they may pack up move away. We'll never see him again. So you know, good try. Other may open an office here or use Fort Worth as their U.S. jumping-off point for their foreign companies. Others may pack up the entire company and move here."
The inaugural Techstars Physical Health Fort Worth Accelerator is kicking off with 10 startups who come from all over the map—from Dallas to cities across the U.S. as well as Canada, Switzerland, and Germany. They'll be taking up residence in Fort Worth for an "intensive" 13-week mentorship program that makes each eligible for $120,000 in seed funding from the UNT Health Science Center and Goff Capital.
“We believe that Fort Worth can become the physical health innovation capital of the world, and this is an incredible next step to making that vision a reality,” says Dr. Sylvia Trent-Adams, president of UNT HSC.
Fort Worth is positioning itself to be the capital of crypto mining. Bitcoin mining machines donated by the Texas Blockchain Council began running 24/7 today, following a city council vote that authorized the six-month pilot program.
Fort Worth Mayor Mattie Parker plugged in the machines herself live on Twitter this afternoon at 2:35 p.m. “These small but powerful machines mark Fort Worth’s larger commitment to becoming a leading hub for technology and innovation," she said.
North Texas is a big place, with plenty to do, see, hear, and watch. So, we scour the internet every week to find events and activities for you. As always, things may change at any time, so be sure to check the official website or registration page for the latest details....
Dallas-based RIP-IT Sports, a company dedicated to enhancing female athletic performance, has appointed Amy Craven as its first chief marketing officer, the company announced Thursday. Craven, a former American Airlines executive, joins RIP-IT as it prepares to launch new volleyball and softball shoes designed exclusively for female athletes....
Veteran executive Melissa Bethel has been appointed to the board of directors of Dallas-based Brillio, a fast-growing digital technology service provider.
Brillio, which announced the relocation and expansion of its corporate headquarters to Dallas-Fort Worth last November, said Bethel’s appointment is a part of the company’s strategy to accelerate growth, particularly in the UK market, and in the retail and consumer goods industries....
Fort Worth-based Incora has introduced a global supplier development organization that will be led by U.K.-based Chiara Laiena, VP of supply chain development and transformation. She will report directly to Chad Stecker, chief supply chain officer....
North Texas is a big place, with plenty to do, see, hear, and watch. So, we scour the internet every week to find events and activities for you. As always, things may change at any time, so be sure to check the official website or registration page for the latest details....
Dallas-based RIP-IT Sports, a company dedicated to enhancing female athletic performance, has appointed Amy Craven as its first chief marketing officer, the company announced Thursday. Craven, a former American Airlines executive, joins RIP-IT as it prepares to launch new volleyball and softball shoes designed exclusively for female athletes....
Veteran executive Melissa Bethel has been appointed to the board of directors of Dallas-based Brillio, a fast-growing digital technology service provider.
Brillio, which announced the relocation and expansion of its corporate headquarters to Dallas-Fort Worth last November, said Bethel’s appointment is a part of the company’s strategy to accelerate growth, particularly in the UK market, and in the retail and consumer goods industries....
Fort Worth-based Incora has introduced a global supplier development organization that will be led by U.K.-based Chiara Laiena, VP of supply chain development and transformation. She will report directly to Chad Stecker, chief supply chain officer....