{"id":19183,"date":"2020-09-29T16:52:14","date_gmt":"2020-09-29T21:52:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.austinyc.org\/?p=19183"},"modified":"2020-09-30T12:15:29","modified_gmt":"2020-09-30T17:15:29","slug":"congratulations-to-austin-young-chamber-virtual-fast-pitch-competition-winner-clocr","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/austinyc.org\/congratulations-to-austin-young-chamber-virtual-fast-pitch-competition-winner-clocr\/","title":{"rendered":"Congratulations to Austin Young Chamber Virtual Fast Pitch Competition Winner &#8211; Clocr"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row bwd_tbc4vd_show_weekday=&#8221;&#8221; bg_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221;]<hr  class=\"noo-gap\" >[vc_single_image image=&#8221;19032&#8243; custom_style=&#8221;width:60%; margin-left:auto; margin-right:auto;&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row bwd_tbc4vd_show_weekday=&#8221;&#8221; bg_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;]<hr  class=\"noo-gap\" >[vc_column_text]<strong>AUSTIN, Texas<\/strong> \u2014 The Austin Young Chamber, in partnership with the City of Austin\u2019s Economic Development Department, congratulates Clocr, winner of the Austin Fast Start pitch competition that took place virtually on Monday, September 28.<\/p>\n<p>Clocr provides an all-in-one legacy planning platform with three product lines: self-service will tool for digital assets, digital vault to store and share information, and a time-vault feature. Clocr was chosen by a combination of judges\u2019 scores and audience vote and received a cash prize of $2,500 plus $7,000+ in additional in-kind prizes including a business grant and resources to jumpstart growth.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThis was a really great opportunity to get positive feedback and validation from judges and attendees about the importance of passing on digital assets and the value of the services that we offer,\u201d said Apoorva Chintala, CEO and co-founder at Clocr. \u201cI look forward to adding features to our platform this coming year with assistance from Austin Young Chamber, solidify some strategic partnerships, and one day, be a leader in this space!\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The Austin Fast Start pitch competition fosters the spirit of innovation within Austin by highlighting early stage startups in various economic development priorities. Recognized as the key to innovation and job creation in the United States, S.T.E.M. (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) was the priority of focus for the final Fast Pitch event of 2020.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAustin Fast Start\u2019s pitch competition provides an unique opportunity for businesses to elevate themselves through connections, awareness, and funding,\u201d said Susana Carbajal, Assistant Director of the Economic Development Department. \u201cWe are proud to partner with the Austin Young Chamber to provide a platform for entrepreneurs to showcase their innovative business ideas.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Congratulations to the rest of finalists for this event:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>FlexDesk<\/li>\n<li>Codubee<\/li>\n<li>Koncept Garage<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator color=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row bwd_tbc4vd_show_weekday=&#8221;&#8221; bg_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;19187&#8243;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;19186&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row bwd_tbc4vd_show_weekday=&#8221;&#8221; bg_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_separator color=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column_text]<strong>Previous 2020 Austin Fast Start Pitch Winners:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>Internet of Things (IoT) Pitch Winner: Parasanti<\/em><br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/parasanti.com\/ag-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Parasanti<\/a> is a veteran and farmer-led AI\/ML company based out of Austin. It is dedicated to placing advanced analytical tools into the hands of those who traditionally have not had access to them. Their product pulls data from any targeted location on the farm and processes it at the edge without needing a cloud or even bandwidth availability.<br \/>\nInternet of Things Finalists: Anka Labs, JOYKEEPER, Winter Haven Capital<\/p>\n<p><em>Consumer Packaged Goods Pitch Winner: Steamm Espresso<\/em><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.steamm.com\/\">Steamm Espresso<\/a> is the world\u2019s first ready to drink bottled espresso. Steeped in cacao for a smooth chocolate finish and loaded with antioxidants, Steamm Espresso is crafted to provide energy and focus while honoring your coffee ritual.<br \/>\nConsumer Packaged Goods Finalists: Manna Muffins by Enliven Foods, Remane, Tynie Nail Polish<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>About the City of Austin Economic Development Department<\/strong><br \/>\nThe City of Austin Economic Development Department supports business growth, creative industries, and local communities. These programs build an equitable, sustainable economy to improve the lives of all Austin residents. To learn more about helpful resources, visit\u202f<a href=\"http:\/\/www.austintexas.gov\/edd\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">www.austintexas.gov\/edd<\/a>\u202fand\u202ffollow <a href=\"http:\/\/www.twitter.com\/econvitalityatx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">@econvitalityatx<\/a> on Twitter.<\/p>\n<p><strong>About the Austin Young Chamber<\/strong><br \/>\nThe Austin Young Chamber promotes the general economic interests of the Central Texas business community through initiatives and efforts designed to build and strengthen our young professional workforce. 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