Announcing the Finalists for the 2025 Houston Innovation Awards - Tech Digital Minds
InnovationMap is buzzing with excitement as we proudly share the finalists for the 2025 Houston Innovation Awards. Set to take place on November 13 at Greentown Labs, this fifth annual celebration will honor the brightest stars in Houston’s innovation ecosystem, including startups, entrepreneurs, mentors, and more.
This year, an esteemed panel of judges, featuring past award winners and the InnovationMap editorial leadership, has carefully reviewed applications across ten prestigious award categories. The judges are tasked with selecting the winners for each category, while the public will vote for the Startup of the Year, allowing the community to champion their favorite startup.
In coming weeks, we will also announce the recipient of the 2025 Trailblazer Award, designed to honor an individual or organization making significant contributions to Houston’s innovation landscape. Stay tuned as we unveil who will be honored at our live ceremony!
Before the big event, we invite you to dive deeper into the profiles of our finalists through editorial spotlights. This is a chance to get to know them better and understand the incredible innovations being produced in Houston. Don’t forget to join us on November 13 to celebrate and honor all things Houston innovation. Tickets are on sale now — secure yours today!
The Minority-founded Business category honors innovative startups founded or co-founded by BIPOC or LGBTQ+ representatives. This year’s finalists are:
Recognizing the contributions of women in entrepreneurship, the Female-founded Business category showcases startups founded or co-founded by women. The finalists include:
In line with global sustainability efforts, the Energy Transition Business category celebrates startups offering innovative solutions in renewables and clean technology. The finalists are:
In the rapidly evolving sector of health and medical technology, the Health Tech Business category recognizes innovative startups that are making a difference. The finalists include:
The Deep Tech Business category honors startups that tackle substantial scientific or engineering challenges, particularly in AI, robotics, and space. This year’s finalists are:
The Startup of the Year recognizes outstanding startups celebrating recent milestones or successes. This award will be chosen by public voting, and the finalists are:
The Scaleup of the Year category highlights innovative later-stage startups that have recently reached significant growth milestones. Finalists include:
Recognizing local incubators or accelerators that nurture Houston startups, the Incubator/Accelerator of the Year finalists are:
The pivotal role of mentorship is highlighted in the Mentor of the Year category, celebrating individuals who dedicate their time and expertise to help budding entrepreneurs. This year’s finalists are:
Stay tuned for our announcement of the Trailblazer Recipient, chosen for their extraordinary contributions to innovation in Houston.
For those interested in supporting the event, there are sponsorship opportunities available—contact us at sales@innovationmap.com for details.
Join us in celebrating innovation across Houston—mark your calendars for November 13 at Greentown Labs!
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