Frank Karkowsky
President
BBA 1986, McCombs School of Business, Life Member

Ronald Karkowsky
Vice President
BA 1992, College of Liberal Arts, Life Member

Pasadena Insurance Agency, Inc. (PIAI) was established in 1936 and operates a third-generation, family-owned, boutique independent insurance agency offering property & casualty insurance, life & health insurance and consultative risk management services to individuals and small- to medium-sized businesses.

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

Christine Bagot
President
BSPR 2008, Moody College of Communication

Byron Bradshaw
General Manager
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 includes wardrobe essentials for the Texas gentleman: button-downs, guayaberas, polos, bottoms, and a lot of burnt orange gear!
Top 25 Winner
2023, 2024, 2025 Returning Winner

Jose Fujigaki
Founder & Managing Director
MBA 2005, McCombs School of Business, Life Member

Nathan Klatt
Managing Director
MPA 1995, BBA 1995, McCombs School of Business

Timothy Klatt
Managing Director
BA 2006, College of Liberal Arts; BS 2006, MS 2013, Cockrell School of Engineering

Trey McWhorter
Managing Director
BA 1995, College of Liberal Arts; MBA 2004, McCombs School of Business

Yareli Esteban
Founder & CEO
BBA 1999, McCombs School of Business, Life Member 

Strategar is a performance-driven marketing and communications firm that accelerates growth through insight-led strategy, creative excellence, and disciplined execution. Partnering with public and private sector organizations, the agency delivers measurable results across strategy, creative, media, and language services.
Top 25 Winner
2024, 2025 Returning Winner

Justin Bryant
Principal
BBA 2008, McCombs School of Business; JD 2013, School of Law

JBryant Legal advises clients on finance, M&A, and general corporate matters. The firm's practice includes handling routine transactional documents for private equity firms and financial institutions, as well as providing general corporate advice to small businesses.

Adam Grossman
Co-Founder & CEO 
BA 2004, College of Liberal Arts, Life Member 

Scott Miller
Co-Founder & CRO 
BBA 2003, McCombs School of Business 

Will Martin
Co-Founder CFO & COO
BA 2002, College of Liberal Arts, Life Member 

Artificial turf installation.
Top 25 Winner

Susan Shaw
Founder & Designer 
BS 1970, College of Education 

Since 1979, Susan Shaw has been proud to produce jewelry handmade to order in San Antonio, Texas. Shaw is committed to providing high-quality, American-made products and creating timeless designs inspired by her Texas roots and world travels. Susan Shaw was exclusively wholesale for 35 years and offered direct-to-consumer for the first time in 2018. Susan Shaw jewelry can be found in all 50 states and in 14 countries.
Top 25 Winner
2024, 2025 Returning Winner

Kameron Keel
COO
BS 2015, MS 2018, Cockrell School of Engineering, Life Member

Brooke Beerman Keel
Co-Founder
BS 2015, College of Natural Sciences; BA 2015, College of Liberal Arts

Jadelynn Brooke is a fun apparel and luggage brand founded by three sisters born and raised in Dripping Springs. They set out to develop a brand that inspires and uplifts young women everywhere.
2025 Returning Winner

Barry McFadden
Managing Member
BBA 1998, JD 2002, School of Law

An innovative, boutique law firm located in Houston, Texas, specializing in corporate law, commercial litigation, and labor and employment matters.

Steven Shannon
Co-Owner 
BBA 2005, MA 2011, McCombs School of Business, Life Member 

Gregory Shannon
Co-Owner 
BBA 2015, McCombs School of Business, Life Member 

Shannon Property Management is a Houston-based expert in long-term single-family home management, offering full-service support from leasing and real estate brokerage to selling and in-house maintenance. We simplify rental property ownership with professional marketing and tenant placement, 24/7 maintenance coverage, and responsive communication helping owners maximize their investment while reducing stress. With deep local expertise and a commitment to excellence, we handle every detail so you can enjoy the benefits of your rental portfolio.
Top 25 Winner