Kinesh Patel
Co-Founder & CTO
BS 2006, Cockrell School of Engineering

SevenRooms is the leading CRM, marketing, and operations platform within the hospitality industry. With more than 13,000 customers globally across restaurants, hotels, membership clubs, entertainment venues, wineries/breweries, and nightclubs and bars, the technology helps turn every guest interaction into a personalized experience that drives loyalty, increases revenue, and improves overall operational efficiency. The CRM-driven suite of products includes reservations, waitlist and table management, review aggregation, email/text marketing, and marketing automation.

Drew Bagot
CEO
BBA 2008, McCombs School of Business, Life Member

Christine Bagot
President
BS 2008, Moody College of Communication

Byron Bradshaw
Vice President
BA 2009, College of Liberal Arts, Life Member

Texas Standard is a clothing brand created in the spirit of the state's ethos of independence, tradition, and pride. Their product lineup included wardrobe essentials for the Texas gentleman: button-downs, guayaberas, polos, bottoms, and a lot of burnt-orange gear!
2023 & 2024 Returning Winner

Rene Larrave
Founder & Chairman
MBA 1987, McCombs School of Business

MangoChango helps software companies (SaaS) around the world build state-of-the-art software. MangoChango is a wholly owned subsidiary of CommandHound.

Will Rogers
Founder & CEO
BA 2004, Life Member, College of Liberal Arts

Rogers Capital meticulously advises family-owned businesses to maximize generational wealth by guiding them through prudent acquisitions and efficient divestitures of assets.

Jacob Sloan
Co-Founder & Owner
BJ, BS 2007, Moody College of Communication, Life Member

On Rotation Brewery & Kitchen is a small batch brewpub and scratch kitchen with a craft beer experience as cutting edge as it gets and the elevated pub fare to match, featuring their gluten-free fried chicken. Known for their ever-rotating lineup of brews, On Rotation curates an eclectic mix of craft beverages across 40 taps on top of producing their own beers on-site. 

Alexander Kuiper
Managing Partner
BA 2010, College of Liberal Arts

Kuiper Law Firm specializes in oil, gas, and business law, providing expert legal services tailored to meet the needs of clients in these industries. With a commitment to excellence, the firm navigates complex legal landscapes to deliver effective solutions. 

Jonathan Greer
Co-Founder & CEO
BA 2001, College of Liberal Arts, Life Member

Table Manners is the premier event rental company in Central Texas and beyond, specializing in original and stylish tabletop pieces. From weddings and corporate events to intimate dinner parties, they provide a unique selection of glassware, plateware, flatware, linens, and accessories. Every occasion is unforgettable with their distinctive offerings that transform any gathering into a truly memorable experience.

Natalie Egan
Founder
BA 2000, College of Liberal Arts

Jump! Gymnastics has been Austin’s home for fun, skill-building, and community since 2007. They combine imaginative learning with real skill development through an innovative curriculum and advancement system that inspires confidence and achievement. Jump! also offers camps, a part-time preschool, and parent’s night out. They are the most fun way to learn and are committed to empowering children and creating a better world one cartwheel at a time.

Daniel Brooks
Principal & Managing Director
BA 1988, School of Architecture

Jonathan Sylvie
Principal & CRO
PhD 2005, Cockrell School of Engineering

Robert Burke
Senior Principal
BS 1984, Cockrell School of Engineering

Thomas McCarthy
CEO
BA 2000, McCombs School of Business

Page is one of the most prolific and enduring architecture and engineering practices, delivering large and complex projects that benefit from their integrated disciplines and that make a significant impact on the communities they serve. They are guided by core values of creativity, collaboration, and commitment, and through these ideals they deliver design that makes lives better.
2024 Returning Winner

Susan Shaw
Founder & Designer
BS 1970, College of Education

Since 1979, Susan Shaw has been proud to produce timeless jewelry, handmade-to-order in San Antonio, Texas. With a commitment to providing high-quality pieces at an approachable price point, Shaw finds design inspiration for her brand from both her Texas roots and her world travels. The brand was exclusively wholesale for 35 years, offering direct-to-consumer in 2018. It can be found in all 50 states and over 14 countries.
2024 Returning Winner