Demo Day Recap!
Awesome Inc Demo Day 2012 exceeded expectations. It is an exciting time to be a part of the Lexington startup community and the teams participating in Demo Day experienced that excitement first hand.
Over 100 people registered to attend the event. Attendees ranged from investors, entrepreneurs, community leaders, and press. Five local startups shared their progress, the three teams participating in the Awesome Inc Experience this summer as well as two other Awesome Inc portfolio companies.
Crowded - Engages sports fans and increases stadium revenue. This free to play application uses live interactive play prediction and trivia at baseball games to test knowledge of competing viewers. Watch Demo Day presentation.
TagAPet - Each year there are 5-7 million pets that are lost in the United States. TagaPet helps to return those pets to their owners faster and more often. We do this by using electronic pet tags that can be scanned with any capable mobile device allowing users to access a pets online profile. Watch Demo Day presentation.
Crambu - Crambu is a platform for businesses to collect feedback via text message and respond in real time. Customers can text a dedicated phone number which redirects the messages to an application on a manager's phone. This application has built-in task management features as well. Watch Demo Day presentation.
Fanbouts - Fanbouts is a community of sports fanatics that engage in lively debates and polls centered around their favorite teams and sports. Watch Demo Day presentation.
RateMyRental - RateMyRental is a website that serves as a platform for college students to voice their opinion about rental property. RateMyRental offers an easier experience for students looking for a place to live around campus. Watch Demo Day presentation.
We're sad to say it's closing out time... This summer has been a great experience for all involved. Special thanks to all the program's supporters and mentors. The teams have come such a long way since June, but they still have work to do and we're excited to see where they take it from here. We'll still be mentoring them along the way and they can still use your help!
Here is a short video recapping the program.
Special Thanks to program supporters Commerce Lexington and the Lexington ICC.