First Place $10,000 Prize: Arvind Sundaram, Covert Defenses
Cybersecurity threats are continuously evolving, and innovation is critical. Arvind Sundaram together with Hany Abdel-Khalik founded Covert Defenses in 2018 as a pre-seed startup with a mission to protect critical assets from cyber threats. Their flagship product, the Covert Cognizance platform, is designed to ensure zero downtime for military drones and industrial systems, even during cyberattacks.
First Place and $10,000 Prize: Kyle Mohler, Insignum AgTech
Farming is the heartbeat of Indiana. Kyle Mohler, CEO and Founder of Insignum AgTech, has combined his deep-rooted agricultural background with advanced scientific knowledge to revolutionize crop management. Kyle's journey began as a teenager when he borrowed some of his dad’s equipment to farm a neighbor’s field. This early experience sparked a lifelong passion for agriculture.
Celebrating Innovation: Amplified Sciences
In the rapidly evolving field of life sciences, innovation is key to addressing some of the world's most challenging health issues. At the forefront of this innovation is Diana Caldwell and her pioneering company, Amplified Sciences. Founded in 2016 as a spin-out from Purdue University, Amplified Sciences is a testament to the power of academic collaboration and entrepreneurial vision.
Innovation Showcase Keynote Speaker: Frank Downing, ARK Invest
In the realm of disruptive technology and forward-thinking investment strategies, few names resonate as strongly as ARK Invest…
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