OwlSpark Ventures
Ventures
Established in 2012, OwlSpark was founded to ignite a passion for entrepreneurship within the Rice community. The impact of OwlSpark has built an ecosystem for entrepreneurs to connect and venture teams to launch. Since 2013, 229 founders have launched 104 ventures. OwlSpark grew in 2022 with the launch of BlueLaunch the additional accelerator to provide tailored support for the non-tech, small businesses and focuses on customer development and business models.
In 2024, both accelerators were combined into one, the OwlSpark Startup and Small Business accelerator, with two tracks. Much of the cohort will be run together, but tailored content and training will be provided to each track.
Below see all the ventures that have participated in the accelerators!
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EasilyBEE is a web and mobile platform that boosts family and community engagement in K–12 schools.
Diagnos is a wearable-integrated wellness platform to monitor health and prevent injuries in collegiate athletes.
Johnnie offers a lightweight, AI-powered records management software for rural and mid-size first responder agencies.
JustKindHumility offers customized, faith-based travel journals.
Klix automates early-stage clinical trial management, from document screening to AI-driven patient outreach and eligibility checks.
Lizzy’s Gourmet Gains high-protein, flavor-forward dips and dressings with health benefits.
NextStep is an AI-powered multilingual assistant helping underserved communities navigate healthcare resources.
PeriShield is a catheter-integrated sensor device that detects early infection in peritoneal dialysis patients.
Right Design is a platform connecting creatives with vetted employers, mentors, and projects via job matching and commissions
UCoreAlly provides fractional business support for biotech startups in marketing, business development, customer support, HR, and accounting.
VentriTech is an ultrasound-based ablation system to treat ventricular arrhythmias.
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- EcoFleet Solutions offers rechargeable electric power units for semitrucks, powering air conditioning and cabin functions during stops without engine idling, cutting fuel costs, maintenance and emissions.
- Houston Community Print Shop offers printmaking classes and equipment access, focusing on community building and supporting underserved areas.
- KOQ Agency curates and organizes global tours and live entertainment opportunities for queer and ally artists in drag, music and entertainment.
- Euvivo Diagnostics is developing a direct-to-consumer test that analyzes cell aging by examining mitochondrial performance and new aging markers, tailored for individuals with mitochondrial disorders.
- Hair Hub provides a compilation of styling tutorials, educational content, planning tools and a comprehensive database of products tailored for Black hair to provide resources for users to perform cost-efficient DIY haircare.
- xMAD.ai is a compression-as-a-service platform that democratizes access to LLMs (Large Language Models) by making them faster, more private, cost-effective and accessible to businesses of all sizes.
- EcoFleet Solutions offers rechargeable electric power units for semitrucks, powering air conditioning and cabin functions during stops without engine idling, cutting fuel costs, maintenance and emissions.
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- Affekta is building a real-time affect-sensitive online learning platform that offers personalized self- and blended learning, improving course completion rate.
- Eureka Exchange provides a platform for graduate data and research scientists to publish their analytical models and expand their reach to industry professionals, fostering scalable intellect and innovations.
- ScoutBetter revolutionizes recruitment with AI, cutting hiring time and costs by up to 55%, simplifying job searches for seekers, and providing targeted applicant pools for recruiters.
- Terradote manufactures petroleum-free chemicals for plastics and fiber manufacturers to reduce their carbon footprint.
- Taurus Vascular is developing a minimally invasive catheter for addressing the most pressing complication of endovascular aortic aneurysm repair: endoleaks.
- Voythos is an AI-powered physician co-pilot, designed to predict clinical risks in real time to reduce delays in care, saving lives and limbs.
- All About Baby offers high-quality, eco-friendly feeding product solutions to help new parents and babies transition to solid foods, making mealtime more enjoyable.
- Archway Family Medicine is a membership-based Direct Primary Care clinic that offers patients better access to care and healthcare cost savings.
- La Mer Macaron delivers elevated sweet moments with our exclusive assortment of homemade French macarons, bringing the authentic flavors of Paris to Houston.
- Meow Planet is opening a cat lounge in Missouri City, offering the benefits of animal companionship without the responsibilities associated with pet ownership.
- Papa6 Productions is your direct link to manufacturing and sourcing with personalized service, and a complete range of ornamental steel, structural steel, and more.
- Serendipity Picnic offers a beautiful, lightweight, easy-to-carry reusable “BlanKIT” with all the goodies and essentials for your picnic.
- TenTwelve offers residential construction and remodeling services across west and southwest Houston.
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- Capital Beta
- Capybara
- Dwellup
- GatherX Analytics
- OneLab
- OverSox
- Palindrome
- rutd
- Sagely
- Tailer
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- Ai-Ris
- BitGrange
- Bloodhound
- Crew Trace Systems
- EVA
- FirstGen Solutions
- FreeFuse
- MoodyCorium
- Morpheus Health
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- Adren
- auggie
- Kicked OC
- LilySpec
- Myze
- Second Act
- Starling Medical
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- Barolac
- Bidly
- Cinch
- Dose Capacity
- Gethr
- Nutri-Action
- Tax Credit Hero
- WellWorth
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- Ascent Décor
- AtmoSpark
- Power Audio Tours
- PredictMX
- Radiate
- SpecMobile
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- Atmo
- BlueCura
- Compa
- Induo
- LeaseAlly
- Müvve
- Topl
- WavIoT
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- Arovia
- DigeeChef
- OcuCheck
- Open Factory
- SenseWatch
- ShowCoach
- Wholistic Advisors
- Ziel Sensory
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- Corners
- DiBS
- EnPower
- HospiTable
- Momentum Education
- Prosus Health
- Rebel Putter
- Youhoot.me
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- Causis
- CheckedTwice
- Concept Node
- Every Shelter
- Medical Informatics
- Microschool Revolution
- ParkIt
- Sweatalyzer
- Village Innovators