Startup Texas 2024

Quality of Life Ventures: Spring Cohort

May 7, 2024 · eBridge Center Main Stage, Brownsville

Ten startups from the 12-week AdvanceUp accelerator, run with the UTRGV Entrepreneurship and Commercialization Center, pitched on the eBridge Center Main Stage.

Participants:

  • STX Metal Trades

  • Todo Agave

  • Vegangela

  • Chirina's Fish Tacos

  • Masxoro

  • Ollie Oats

  • POP-I Ice Cream

  • SABAL

  • Pasteles Jaque Mate

  • Studio CM

Judges:

  • Juan "Sebastian" Garzon | Alamo Angels

  • David Fonseca | Jockey Ventures

  • Karina Saldivar | Amor y Pan

  • Veronica Dimas | Big Green DAO


STX Metal Trades

Jason Medina, Founder

NCCER-based training and assessments for people entering or advancing in the trades.

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Todo Agave

Mauricio Piña, Founder

Pure, organic agave sweetener: a low-glycemic, versatile sugar alternative.

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Vegangela

Angela Castro, Founder

100% vegan and allergy-friendly desserts.

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Chirina's Fish Tacos

Daniel Gonzalez, Founder

Quick-serve fish tacos made with love, gratitude, and a desire to better this generation and those to come.

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Masxoro

John Mascorro, Founder

Luxury atelier making custom-fitted, high-end fashion.

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Ollie Oats

Olivette Pena Fisher, Founder

All-natural overnight oats with organic oats, superfoods, and dried fruit.

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POP-I Ice cream

Josh Contreras, Founder

Quality ice cream and pops from a generational family brand.

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SABAL

Hunter Lohse, Founder

An urban design and architecture firm rooted in sustainability, creativity, and ecology.

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Pasteles Jaque Mate

Luis Gutierrez, Founder

Specializing in mini cakes, inspired by the rich flavors of Hispanic tradition.

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Studio CM

Carla McGregor, Founder

Home decor pieces crafted by Mexico’s finest artisans and specialty workshops.

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