Tom Jacoby

Launchpad Venture Group is a Boston-area angel investing group focused on locally based, early stage companies, primarily in high tech and life sciences. Launchpad is the most active Seed funder in the region having backed over 150 start ups. Launchpad specializes in leading priced equity raises. Launchpad invests approximately $10 million per year and actively syndicates with other Angel Groups and Venture Capitalists. You can learn more at www.launchpadventuregroup.com.

WAVE Electronics is headquartered in Houston, Texas, and is the largest independent custom integrator distributor in the nation. WAVE is a distributor of connected smart-home, audio/video, and residential security products to customers across several channels, including custom integrators, security dealers, and home builders. Select locations incorporate training facilities and lavishly merchandised showrooms for dealers to use as their own. WAVE also offers a wide variety of add-on services including delivery, financial support, sales and product training, marketing services, and much more.

Take Stock in Children, Inc. is a nonprofit organization, transforming Florida one student at a time. Working in every county throughout Florida, our mission is to break the cycle of poverty for low-income, academically qualified students by providing opportunities for a post-secondary education. We offer college scholarships to students, provide caring volunteer mentors, and instill hope for a better life. Our comprehensive services begin in middle school, continue through high school, and include students​ transition into college and career.