Arizona’s annual StartupConnect AZ continues the legacy of providing a venue for the state’s technology, startup, and funding ecosystems to interconnect and grow together. The live Pitch Contest will be held during three key times throughout the day this Wednesday, December 9, with the winner announced just prior to the evening cocktail reception. The participating companies are:

Ascent Aero Systems, Tucson, AZ – Jonathan Meringer, co-founder.
A startup stage company that designs, manufactures, sells and supports small unmanned aerial vehicles (sUAVs), commonly known as “drones”. The company has developed a unique “coaxial” vehicle configuration ideally suited for recreational, professional, commercial and military applications. 

Neolight, Scottsdale, AZ – Vivek Kopparthi, co-founder & CEO.
Neolight is a medical device company that develops phototherapy beds to cure jaundice is pre-term and full term babies. We aim to significantly reduce global causality due to neonatal jaundice.

Find Veggies, Phoenix, Las Vegas – Mitch Allen, founder.
The farmers market is coming to you, right on your mobile phone.

Adora, Phoenix – Kyle Thomas, captain.
A cause marketing app for those who want to become influencers. It’s consistent funding for causes by empowering supporters through lock screen tech.

Urepp, Scottsdale, AZ – Alex Enright , co-founder.
A new way for fans to stay up to date on their favorite young athletes. Any age. any sport. No More Watching Long Game Film.

Tipsy, Tempe, AZ – Eli Chmouni, founder & CEO.
A nightlife membership to the best bars, lounges, and clubs in your area. It’s simple: for $10 a month you get complimentary drinks, waived cover, and VIP line passes at all of the clubs on our network.

Betr Blok, Tempe, AZ – Chris Frettoloso, co-developer.
A start-up ‘Green Company’ that manufactures construction blocks made from recycled paper, cardboard and other recyclable cellulose material.

Interested in attending? Attendance is only $50 for early-stage technology startups and AZTC members – register in advance now.