Entrepreneurs
Member Value: For entrepreneurs, Texas Innovates alongside with the UH will provide seamless access to hardware, infrastructure, and a supporting ecosystem.
Companies will go through a cohort selection process which will entail review by VCs, select energy companies, and technology experts.
Stretching invested dollars allows for focusing on reducing key technology risks and getting early adopters onboard, which are key ingredients for successful hard-tech technology commercialization efforts Overall, Texas Innovates and our partners will create a community that fosters cross-company innovation, grows more successful start-ups, and delivers significant collaboration and savings opportunities for corporate members.
Membership Model: By partnering with the Texas Innovates, corporate partners and members get access to de-risked companies and an actively engaged community. Membership will be based on a multi-year capital and operating budget commitment, as well as provision of donated or leased equipment. Cornerstone members will have further benefits.