Edward Lopez
Owner & President  
BM 2008, Life Member, College of Fine Arts  

PERFORM AMERICA is a tour operator specializing in performance-based tours. They assist groups of any kind, and their experienced staff will work closely with you to create an unmatched travel adventure.   

Ashley Stroud
Co-Founder  
BSN 2010, School of Nursing  

Plumbing Outfitters is a residential plumbing service that serves Austin and its surrounding areas with unmatched professionalism. Their team of expert technicians are masters in their trade and embody dedication and craftsmanship.  

Clayton Spencer
Founder & CEO  
BBA 2003, McCombs School of Business; BA 2006, College of Liberal Arts  

Poncho is an e-commerce brand that specializes in men’s performance shirts.  
2023 Returning Winner Top 10  

Lee Potts
Member  
BBA, MPA 1993 Life Member, McCombs School of Business; JD 1999, School of Law  

Jessica Blacklock
Member  
BBA 2002, McCombs School of Business; JD 2005 School of Law  

Diane Senterfitt
Member  
BBA 1983, McCombs School of Business  

Julie Briggs
Member  
BA 1994, Life Member, College of Liberal Arts; BBA, MPA 1994, McCombs School of Business; JD 1999, School of Law  

Lynn Harrell
Member  
BBA 1985, McCombs School of Business; JD 1990, School of Law  

Potts Blacklock Senterfitt is a boutique law firm based in Austin that specializes in business, technology, and real estate law.  
2023 Returning Winner  

Nad Elias, CEO  
BA 1998, Life Member, College of Liberal Arts  

recruitAbility offers innovative recruitment solutions that are tailor-made for your organization. They bring together a unique blend of people, process, and technology that drive impactful ROIs. 
 

Tatiana Markov
Managing Director  
BBA, MPA 2002, Life Member  
McCombs School of Business  

Recruiting Edge specializes in superior financial recruiting for permanent and interim talent. They offer a personalized recruiting service to employers acting as an extension of their team and job seekers enjoy a one-on-one relationship focused on their career goals.  

Austin Renfroe
CEO  
BS 2004, Life Member, Cockrell School of Engineering; BA 2004 College of Natural Sciences 

RENFROE® is a full-service claims management and workforce solutions company providing turnkey staffing and technology solutions to the insurance industry. They have responded to major hurricanes, severe weather events, wildfires, oil spills, explosions, several product recalls, and more.  
2023 Returning Winner  

Blake Settle
CEO  
BS 2019, College of Natural Sciences  

Reed Burch
COO
BBA 2019, McCombs School of Business

Rev Energy Gum is the No. 1 caffeine gum in the U.S. bringing you the best source of on-the-go energy!  

Carlton Dixon
Founder & CEO  
BS 1998, Life Member, Moody College of Communication  

Reveal Suits specializes in high-end custom suits and blazers, personalized with officially licensed lining for both men and women. They host private fittings for groups and a host of clientele who desire to stand out among their peers.  
2023 Returning Winner   

Jeremy Johnson
President  
MBA 2012, Life Member, McCombs School of Business  

RiverCity Cabinets is the leading destination in Austin for top-tier cabinetry solutions. 
2023 Returning Winner