The American Corn Husk Co.
University of Oklahoma
Advisor: Lowell Busenitz
Team Leader: Chris Wengierski
Team Members: Danny Buckley, Will Kennedy, Christian Leech and Bruce Wilhelm
The American Corn Husk Co. created a process to reengineer American-grown corn husks into a product that is ideal in size and texture for the tamale industry. The result is a husk perfectly suited for the 1.6 billion tamales Americans consume annually.
Drone Galaxy
University of Oklahoma
Advisor: Robert Pidduck
Team Leader: Daniela Cooper
Team Members: Chanler Gross, Jennifer Haggard, David Rivera and Dalton Wood
Drone Galaxy is developing a brick-and-mortar location in which drone enthusiasts can fly drones they rent or bring their own. The arcade-like atmosphere invites users to play a variety of games built around the popularity of flying drones.
Fully Cooked
University of Oklahoma
Advisor: Douglas Woodward
Team Leader: Bree Reppert
Team Members: Johnathon Ireland, Lindsey Webster and Jack Wheeler
Fully Cooked offers delivery of wholesome, pre-made gourmet meals that college students can microwave and eat at their own convenience. The concept offers its customers an affordable, health alternative to dining hall or fast-food fare.
iTheater
University of Central Oklahoma
Advisor: Maurice Haff
Team Leader: Crystal Alkire
Team Members: Shane Albertson, Sara Clark, Katelyn Davis and David Williams
iTheater offers a patent-pending innovation that offers theater-goers a secure charging kiosk and a means to connect with their phone while it is charging. iTheater’s concept solves the challenge of eliminating cellphone interruptions during feature film presentations.
Journey Guard
University of Oklahoma
Advisor: Lowell Busenitz
Team Leader: Faija Islam
Team Members: Harrison Cromwell and Shelby Fitzsimmons
Journey Guard has developed a temporary, thick clear tape that protects vehicles from damage by rocks, bugs and other road debris. Road trips become worry free for motorists and car enthusiasts when their autos are protected by Journey Guard.
Safe Harbor Solutions
Oklahoma State University
Advisor: Haley Keith
Team Leader: Kait Hillsman
Team Member: Brendan Duke
Safe Harbor Solutions developed a wearable health and safety wristband for children. Parents can track their child’s temperature, location, heart-rate, activity, sleep quality and much more through the Safe Harbor Solutions technology.
StopHack
The University of Tulsa
Advisor: Claire Cornell
Team Leader: Eric Ramos
Team Members: Hayden Allen and Andrew Trac
StopHack developed a cybersecurity device called the Data Defender 1 Series to safeguard against transportation industry hackers. StopHack’s device attaches to a truck’s diagnostic port and prevents any writing of code that can disrupt its systems.
Wal-Narrow, LLC
University of Central Oklahoma
Advisor: Maurice Haff
Team Leader: Cierra Jones
Team Member: Jake Eldridge
Wal-Narrow produces and sells a patent-pending medical walker designed to prevent falls in tight living spaces that can cause injury or death. The Wal-Narrow walker is designed to provide patients a safer way to maneuver through their house.
