Capital Factory

Houston doesn’t just brew coffee — it brews big deals. ☕️ This Thursday, May 29, Cup of Capital, powered by Silicon Valley Bank, is back to unite Houston’s boldest entrepreneurs and sharpest investors ⚡️igniting ideas, sharing strategies, and scaling what’s next. Strong coffee. Smarter conversations. Connections that fuel innovation and growth. Don’t miss your chance to be part of it 🎟️ https://hubs.ly/Q03pldS60

What happens when a Stanford researcher turned venture capitalist dives into the latest breakthroughs at one of healthcare’s biggest innovation events, #HealthSupernova? 👀 You get a conversation packed with bold ideas, fresh perspectives, and a glimpse into the future of medicine. Ariel Ganz, postdoctoral fellow at Stanford University School of Medicine and Founding Partner at Arben Ventures, shares her unique lens on what’s next—from electronic drugs to precision medicine to the fight against breast cancer. Originally released on June 17, 2024, this #Austinpreneur rebroadcast is your chance to catch an unforgettable episode that’s still sparking conversations. ⚡️ Tune in now 🎧 https://hubs.ly/Q03ph3ZY0

What if the next big breakthrough in health care isn’t a drug — but a building? 🤔 It’s happening right now as Dell Medical School at The University of Texas at Austin builds out a brand new, AI-driven smart hospital that will transform care in the heart of Austin. Join us at Health Supernova for, AI-Augmented Hospitals: A Fireside Chat with Stephen Ekker, Claus Torp Jensen, and Travis Laird — visionary leaders from Dell Medical School at the University of Texas at Austin. 👉 Together, they’ll explore how AI is transforming hospitals from the inside out—reshaping clinical workflows, data systems, and patient care in real time. If you're building the future of care, this is where you need to be. Save your spot for June 12 🎟️ https://hubs.ly/Q03nSL_W0

ICYMI 👀 On this week’s episode of #Austinpreneur, Roger Pecina, CEO of eve Vehicles Corporation, breaks down how his team is changing the game in public safety tech. From real-time aerial intelligence to reducing emergency response times, this isn’t the future — it’s now. 👀 Learn how a student prototype evolved into one of the most innovative hardware startups in Texas. 🎧 Catch the episode now: https://hubs.ly/Q03nMS1r0

Defense Academy is back – June 18 in Austin, TX! 🇺🇸 Break into the world of government funding and defense innovation with this one-day, in-person event designed for dual-use startups. What’s in it for you? ✨ Expert-Led Education – Learn how to secure non-dilutive funding and stay compliant. 🤝 High-Level Networking – Connect with leaders from SBIR Advisors Inc., AFWERX, ATX Defense & more. 📘 Strategic Insights – Navigate the complexities of working with acquisition officers and federal agencies. 💰 Capital Factory startups have secured over $500M in government contracts and grants — yours could be next. Secure your spot 🎟️ https://hubs.ly/Q03nC77n0

Imagine drones as the first responders in emergencies — transforming public safety forever. 🤔 In the newest episode of #Austinpreneur, hear how Roger Pecina, CEO of eve Vehicles Corporation, turned a simple college project into a cutting-edge tech company completing over 1,000 autonomous drone missions in Texas. 🔥 Curious how autonomous drones can solve labor shortages and save lives? Roger’s journey from building PVC-pipe drones to pioneering scalable drone technology is packed with innovation and inspiration. 🎙️ Tune in now 👉 https://hubs.ly/Q03nyBKb0

Imagine a world where your thoughts control devices, cancer treatments are tailored to your unique biology, and biotech innovation is moving faster than ever before. That future is coming to life at Health Supernova, sponsored by CuraConnector.com. 🌟 🎤 Watch the boldest startups pitch their revolutionary ideas live 🤝 Engage with the founders redefining what’s possible in medicine 🧬 From personalized cancer therapies to powerful gene editing platforms—this is the next generation of healthcare. You’ll hear from trailblazers like Sarah Hein of March Biosciences, engineering personalized cancer therapies; Alex Speiser of 2A Biosciences, building advanced bioengineering platforms; Jonathan Kotula of Laguna Bio, pioneering precision medicine for complex diseases; and Zachary R. of Sigma Genetics, Inc, pushing the boundaries of gene editing to unlock new treatments—and more! Don’t miss your chance to see what’s next in health innovation — June 12! 🎟️ https://hubs.ly/Q03nmYbV0

🚀 Big news for Texas innovation! We're incredibly excited to welcome Riffat Manasia as the Founding Executive Director of STATION TEXAS — the statewide innovation nonprofit powered by Capital Factory, created to unite and accelerate the Texas startup ecosystem. Riffat is a powerhouse — a founder, builder, and connector who’s led at the highest levels, from war zones to boardrooms to startup labs. Now she’s bringing that global experience home to Texas. This is a huge win for the Texas startup community, and a major step forward in making Texas the most founder-friendly place on Earth. 🌎 Welcome, Riffat!! 📢 Read the full announcement 👉 https://hubs.ly/Q03njV250

ICYMI 🚨 Big growth projections might look impressive, but they can backfire fast. This week on #Austinpreneur, Allyson Eman, CEO of Venture Atlanta Conference, shares what really earns investor trust—and what turns them off instantly. 🎧 Catch up now 👉 https://hubs.ly/Q03mNSsM0

LET'S GO! 🔥 Team X-Bow lit up Times Square Monday on the Nasdaq Tower, celebrating our oversubscribed $105 MILLION Series B funding! A huge thank you to the entire team at Nasdaq! This milestone reflects the disruptive energy we’re bringing to the defense industrial base—driving innovation, procurement reform, and strategic private capital investment. A huge shoutout to our incredible X-Bow team for making this possible. The future is ours. Let’s build it! Cc: Razor's Edge Ventures Crosslink Capital Lockheed Martin Balerion Space Ventures Boeing BVVC Upsher Management Company Capital Factory Arkenstone Event Horizon Capital Union Square Advisors LLC Jason Hundley Maureen Gannon Mark Kaufman Hector Fernandez #Reindustrialize #DefenseTech #Nasdaq #TimesSquare #Innovation #Startup #PrivateCapital #DefenseIndustrialBase #XBow #SeriesB