Blake Settle
Founder & CEO
BSA 2019, Life Member, College of Natural Sciences

Sam Ehlinger
Co-Founder
BBA 2020, Life Member, McCombs School of Business

Hannah Shebat
Head of Sales
BBA 2018, McCombs School of Business

Rev Gum is the No. 1 functional gum brand in the U.S. bringing you the best source of on-the-go energy!
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John Joyoprayitno
Co-Founder, CEO, & President
MSTC 2013, Life Member, McCombs School of Business

Sarah Mayes
Co-Founder & CSO
BS 2000, PhD 2013, Life Member, Cockrell School of Engineering

Ben Walthall
CDO
BS 1973, PhD 1978, College of Natural Sciences

Bhushan Holay
CFO 
MBA 2013, Life Member, McCombs School of Business

Alafair Biosciences is a privately held medical device company focused on developing and marketing novel clinical products using its proprietary hydrogel technology.

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Keith Cole
Founder & CEO
BBA 1988, McCombs School of Business, Life Member

Water Lens is an innovative water and wastewater analytics company. They provide clients with a portable real-time analytics platform that can be easily used by the average, nontechnical person to make instant decisions on water quality anywhere in the world. Their technology has been used around the world in the energy and wastewater sectors since 2012, and they are bringing their platform to the agriculture industry in 2025.

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Aimy Steadman
Co-Founder & COO
MBA 2013, McCombs School of Business

Justin Fenchel
Co-Founder & CEO
MBA 2013, McCombs School of Business

BeatBox is the "Original Party Punch” offering fun and nostalgic flavors in a sustainable and resealable package. With a deep passion for live music, their community of super fans, and creating fun, BeatBox has become the brand that's bringing the party to the alcohol industry.
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Fadi Agour
Founder & CEO
BBA 1999, McCombs School of Business

BestCaseLeads.com is a trusted provider of exclusive, real-time legal leads for law firms across the country. Specializing in mass tort and personal injury cases, they deliver fully qualified leads with complete intake forms and signed documentation, ensuring compliance, and reducing qualification time. Their flexible pay-per-lead model allows law firms to only pay for the leads they receive, while real-time delivery via email, text, or live call transfer enables immediate follow-up and higher conversion rates.

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Brian Peters
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BBA 2021, McCombs School of Business

Bucket List Events makes once-in-a-lifetime experiences possible. They provide packages around many of the world's premiere sporting and cultural events, including the Masters, Kentucky Derby, Running of the Bulls, Wimbledon, Oktoberfest, Olympic Games, World Cup, and the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.
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Jason Wright
Owner & Managing Attorney
BS 2003, Moody College of Communication, Life Member

The Law Office of Jason Wright provides reliable, responsive, and passionate legal services in divorce, custody matters, or in defending the rights of children in schools. Wright is committed to working zealously to find the best solution for his clients and their family. His reputation is one of honesty, loyalty, and dedication to his clients. He is responsive to his client's needs and provides clear expectations.

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Mark Walker
Co-Founder, CEO, & Chairman
BA 1998, College of Liberal Arts, Life Member

Keith Smith
Co-Founder & President
BA 1998, College of Liberal Arts

Diana Diaz
CFO
BBA 1991, McCombs School of Business, Life Member

Direct Digital Holdings, owner of operating companies Colossus SSP and Orange 142, brings state-of-the-art, sell- and buy-side advertising platforms together under one umbrella company to offer advertisers of all sizes extensive reach within general market and multicultural media properties.
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Yareli Esteban
President & CEO
BBA 1999, McCombs School of Business

Strategar is a minority- and woman-led team that takes pride in developing marketing strategies that are grounded in human connectedness.
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Dana Wilcox
CEO
MSTC 2003, McCombs School of Business, Life Member

Aaron Bailey
President
MS 2002, Cockrell School of Engineering, Life Member

Mainstream Medical Devices is an innovative medical device team with three business units specializing in contract packaging, contract manufacturing, and single-use OEM devices. They are experienced packaging, manufacturing, and device professionals who understand the complexity and timing requirements of the medical device commercialization process.

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