Introducing the Build In Tulsa Techstars Spring 2025 Cohort
Mar 10, 2025
The Build in Tulsa Techstars team is excited to present the 12 incredible companies in our Spring 2025 cohort. These entrepreneurs, from diverse backgrounds, are using technology to tackle global challenges such as health equity, financial inclusion, workforce development, and significantly boosting the earning potential of the gig economy. Under my leadership as the new Managing Director, I’m committed to strengthening our focus on resources, support, and mentorship to accelerate the growth of these companies over the next 13 weeks. Our partners are equally committed to supporting these 12 founders, as highlighted by their statements:
“As part of our ongoing pursuit to provide access and opportunity to entrepreneurs who are often overlooked, Build in Tulsa is proud to welcome another cohort of ambitious founders. This is our sixth cohort in partnership with Techstars. We can’t wait for them to build skills, build networks and build capital here in Tulsa.” - Ashli Sims, Managing Director, Build in Tulsa.
“OCAST is dedicated to advancing innovation and fostering entrepreneurship across Oklahoma. Through our support of various programs, we provide startups and innovators with the resources, mentorship, and connections they need to succeed. Our commitment is to create an environment where innovation and business excellence can thrive, driving economic growth positioning more leaders at the forefront of Oklahoma’s future. We are proud to support programs that align with our mission and vision for the state's future." – Jennifer McGrail, Executive Director, OCAST.
Our program focuses on customers and capital, and we’re always looking for mentors and investors who want to get involved. Connect with us on LinkedIn to learn more.
Without further ado, meet the Build In Tulsa Techstars Spring 2025 cohort:
Altior Academy: AI-powered adaptive learning that customizes courses for each student. AI evaluates learning styles, strengths, and weaknesses to tailor content dynamically. Integrates state-approved certification to grant college credits.
Coopify: Coopify facilitates transparent and democratic decision-making, offering comprehensive treasury and pension fund management tools, integrated personal wallets, and educational resources.
Creativo: Creativo is an AI-driven marketing platform that acts as a virtual marketing department for SMBs, saving money and optimizing marketing efforts.
DataTherm: DataTherm uses waste heat from data centers to provide hot water to hotels, apartments, and pools.
Humans Deliver: Provides an AI-powered API that integrates real-time restroom and meal stop options into delivery routing tools, optimizing efficiency and lowering costs for carriers.
CustomerBase.ai: Uses ML to predict buying behavior, segment markets, and tier accounts, enabling efficient sales and marketing resource allocation.
Plurawl: An AI-powered thought partner that helps users identify and overcome limiting beliefs, boost self-awareness, and improve productivity through personalized feedback and strategies.
STB Technologies: A secure, tech-enabled locker system for storing personal items.
Senzi.Me: The Senzi Monitor uses technology from 3D printer waste to check air quality, protecting spaces from harmful gases.
THYIM: A platform connecting people who need help with people who can provide it within a 15-minute radius.
Tinted Health: A tech platform for booking real-time appointments with providers, searchable and filterable by race, language, ethnicity, insurance, and location, with telehealth and chat messaging.
Wekeza: Provides multilingual financial education and U.S. stock market access to the African diaspora, driving financial inclusion.
The Build in Tulsa Techstars program is made possible through our continued partnership with the George Kaiser Family Foundation, Build In Tulsa, and Oklahoma Center for the Advancement of Science and Technology.
About Build in Tulsa: The mission of Build in Tulsa is to close the racial wealth gap in America by catalyzing the creation of multi-generational Black wealth through tech and entrepreneurship. Rooted in the legacy of Black Wall Street, Build in Tulsa is committed to providing opportunity for minority entrepreneurs who have historically been denied resources and funding.
About OCAST: The Oklahoma Center for the Advancement of Science and Technology (OCAST) was established in 1987 by the Oklahoma legislature. OCAST’s vision is continued growth and vitality through facilitating collaboration between state government, universities, start-up companies and established large-scale firms to develop an entrepreneurial environment that supports technology-based economic development
About the Author
Devon Fanfair
Devon Fanfair, a 2008 Mechanical Engineering graduate from Rice University, is a seasoned entrepreneur and talent strategist with over 15 years of experience in venture-backed startups. As the Co-Managing Partner of Devland Venture Studios Fanfair and his Co-Managing Partner Miles Dotson have realized over $100M in value. Devon's transition from engineering to corporate Human Resources reflects his passion for problem-solving and human connection, which he has leveraged to sculpt executives and drive people development initiatives. With a track record of launching successful companies in consumer goods, manufacturing and deep tech, Devon believes in the power of the studio model for repeatable success. His extensive network of founders and investors has established him as a trusted figure in company building, making him a valuable addition to solving the gap in venture between idea stage to sustained revenue.