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In Partnership with:
Evolution Accelerator and Ascentria Search Partners

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Danny Friday is the Founder and CEO of Sail, the Arizona-based company known as the “Plaid of consumer-directed healthcare.” Sail's platform automates expense tracking and claim submission for health and wellness expenses. People love Sail because it makes GLP-1s more affordable and health insurance benefits more accessible. The company is growing rapidly and serves over 14,600 individuals through insurance carriers, pharmacy benefit managers, benefit platforms, and fintechs through its platform and developer API. Since 2018, Danny has built products across mental health coaching, telehealth, and digital health, each focused on closing the gap between what people want to do and what they actually do.

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Sponsored by Legacy Sponsor: The City of Phoenix

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What does it really take to turn a great idea into something you can manufacture and bring to market? Join us for an evening focused on the rapidly evolving world of HardTech, hardware startups, and modern manufacturing. We’ll explore the latest technologies transforming how products are made — including automation, advanced robotics, and the growing accessibility of 3D printing — and then dive into the practical side of getting your own innovation manufactured. Hear from experts about what manufacturers need to provide an accurate quote, what innovators commonly get wrong, and how to avoid costly surprises along the way. Whether you’re developing your first prototype, building a hardware startup, or looking to understand what’s next in manufacturing, this evening will provide practical insights for moving from idea to prototype to production.

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Sponsored by: PADT
In Partnership With: Arizona Technology Council Manufacturing Catalyst Committee

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Go beyond grades and discover how students can turn their curiosity into meaningful research, innovation, and real-world impact. This session explores how independent research projects, problem-solving, and mentorship can help students build authentic portfolios, demonstrate initiative, and stand out in college applications. Learn how to transform student passion into purpose-driven experiences that showcase their potential beyond the classroom.

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In partnership with: DRIBL

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Rachna Nath is an award-winning STEM educator, entrepreneur, and the Founder & CEO of DRIPBL (DREAM, RESEARCH, INNOVATE, PROBLEM/PROJECT-BASED LEARNING), a structured framework empowering students to transform ideas into real-world impact. She also serves as Co-Chair of the United Nations Association of the USA Educator Affinity Group and is a Fulbright Program Scholar, TIME Innovative Educator, NASA Solar System Ambassador, NASA Solar system Ambassador and National Geographic Educator. A recipient of numerous honors, including the TIME Top 10 Innovative Teacher, the Presidential Innovation Award for Environmental Educators, and the Governor’s Celebration of Innovation Award, Rachna has also been recognized by the Lemelson-MIT Program, Arizona Nevada Academy of Sciences and the Junior Science and Humanities Symposium for her passion and contribution to STEM education through her award winning program DRIPBL ( Dream Research Innovate Problem/Project Based Learning). Passionate about cultivating research, critical thinking, and ethical innovation, Rachna bridges education, industry, and community to help young changemakers turn bold ideas into meaningful solutions.

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Meet Stardust Building Supply, a Reuse organization that facilitates and performs Deconstruction as opposed to demolition, as a means of diverting building supplies, construction materials, and home goods from the landfill. Construction and demolition (C&D) waste today makes up more than 40% of total waste, contributing to our already overflowing landfills, which are much larger than any other waste category. With recent studies projecting that landfills in the United States could run out of capacity by 2036 or earlier, it's safe to say that this issue deserves our immediate attention. In this conversation, we will discuss the ins and outs of deconstruction and the benefits it provides to both the environment and local communities.

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In Partnership with: ExtendEV and Power48

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Alyssa Knowles works for the City of Phoenix Public Works Department as the first-ever Circular Economy Analyst. Alyssa has worked with the City of Phoenix for 3 years to support the circular infrastructure, partnerships, and projects that support the City of Phoenix’s Zero Waste Goals. She believes strongly in data-driven decisions, creative education and outreach, and creative partnerships to drive circular development. In 2025, Alyssa was selected as the recipient of an annual scholarship award from the organization Women Leading Government. She was also selected as one of Arizona Forward’s 2025-2026 Emerging Sustainability Leaders.

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Colin Sellers has worked for Stardust Building Supplies for 11 years and has worn about every different hat the company has. Starting out on the Deconstruction crew removing usable materials from homes, moving into the re-use center in Glendale helping folks find the building materials they need, and now running our Gifts-In-Kind program which helps save usable household items from the landfill by donating them to over 400 nonprofits across the valley. Colin is deeply passionate about nonprofits, charities, and the circular economy.

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Arrive early for your chance to connect with Caden Mayfield, Vice President and Max Connect. Meet with Caden to learn how to build a strong brand, find the right audience and then turn attention into customers.

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Mentor Hours meetings begin at 4:30pm and run in 15-minute slots.

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Please note: Mentor Hours are first come first served and must be done on-site at the event. A sign-up sheet will be located at the room where the mentor is stationed, so be sure to stop by early to secure your spot.

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In partnership with Resolution Resource Group

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Caden Mayfield is a marketing leader with more than 15 years of experience helping businesses grow. He started his career in design and videography, quickly finding his way into marketing and earning his MBA. Since then, he’s worked in Marketing Director and CMO roles across a range of industries.

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He grew up in Washington State in an entrepreneurial family, where business was always part of the conversation. His family ran a bike shop, a fitness company, and later a chain of gyms, giving him an early look at the work, risk, and persistence it takes to build something of your own.

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That background still shapes how he approaches marketing today. He starts with a company’s vision and values, builds a strong brand around them, then helps businesses get noticed, reach the right people, turn attention into customers, and understand what’s actually working.

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What Caden enjoys most is the human side of the work. Behind every business is someone taking a chance on an idea, and his favorite part of marketing is helping those ideas become something real, sustainable, and successful.

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Arrive early for your chance to connect with Patrick Skeivik, HR & Recruiting Consultant with AZ HR On Call. Meet with Patrick to discuss how to recruit the right people while developing you high potential employees that will lower regrettable attrition.

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Mentor Hours meetings begin at 4:30pm and run in 15-minute slots.

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In partnership with Resolution Resource Group

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Skilled at supporting small to mid-sized businesses through growth, change, and day-to-day HR challenges, providing hands-on guidance that helps leaders build strong teams, reduce risk, and improve performance. Recognized for a relationship-driven approach, industry insight, and the ability to quickly understand operational needs and translate them into effective talent and HR strategies.

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Whether you're attending for the first time or looking to get more involved, this orientation is the perfect place to begin. Learn what Venture Café Phoenix is all about, discover the content and networking opportunities available each week, and explore how to make the most of your experience. We'll share tips for building meaningful connections, navigating the Thursday Gathering, engaging with the community, and finding the people, programs, and resources that can help you achieve your goals. Come ready to ask questions, meet fellow newcomers, and leave feeling confident about making Venture Café part of your innovation journey.

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Manufacturing is rapidly evolving as new technologies reshape how products are designed, produced, and brought to market. This session will explore the latest innovations transforming the industry, from automation and advanced robotics to the growing commoditization and accessibility of 3D printing. We’ll look at how these advances are lowering barriers for HardTech and hardware startups, enabling faster prototyping, more flexible production, and new approaches to bringing physical products to market. We’ll also explore how emerging technologies are changing traditional manufacturing models and where new opportunities are emerging for entrepreneurs, innovators, and established manufacturers alike.

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Sponsored by: PADT
In Partnership With: Arizona Technology Council Manufacturing Catalyst Committee

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You have an idea. but how do you actually get it made? This practical panel will demystify the process of turning an innovation into a manufacturable product. We’ll discuss what manufacturers need to know to provide an accurate quote, what information and specifications innovators should have ready, and the common mistakes that can lead to inaccurate estimates, unexpected costs, or production delays. Hear directly from manufacturing experts about what they wish hardware startups and innovators knew before requesting a quote, and get practical advice for navigating the path from prototype to production.

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Sponsored by: PADT
In Partnership With: Arizona Technology Council Manufacturing Catalyst Committee

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Jeff Wells is currently the Director of Business Development for Engineering Services at Phoenix Analysis and Design Technologies, Inc., (PADT) headquartered in Tempe, AZ. He has a BSE in Aerospace Engineering from Arizona State University and a certificate in Engineering Project Management also from ASU. He has served on the boards of the Arizona Tooling and Machining Association, Arizona Chapter of SEMI and on GCU's College of Engineering & Technology Advisory Board. He has been working in product design, development, and contract manufacturing for over 35 years. In his role at PADT, he has worked to bring PADT’s expertise in advanced simulation, product development – including prototyping with the latest 3D printing tools, and project management to aerospace, medical, commercial and other markets. He has experience working with one person start-up operations to multi-national fortune 500 companies, assisting them in bringing their products to market (or to the launch pad).

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Weston Smith is the Founder & CEO of Lux Precision Manufacturing, a Phoenix-based aerospace and defense supplier embedded within Grand Canyon University’s Center for Workforce Development. He started his first company, Lux Longboards, as a college student, growing it into a nationally recognized brand before expanding into precision manufacturing. Today, Lux produces mission-critical parts for leading aerospace, defense, and medical companies while pioneering hands-on workforce development programs in partnership with GCU. Weston’s work blends entrepreneurship, manufacturing innovation, and education to build both businesses and talent pipelines for the future.

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