This year, we're hosting our world-renown Investor Lounge at The Riley Building at 315 Lavaca St, Austin TX 78702 (walking distance from the Austin Convention Center), in partnership with Texas House. 

Dr. Vinod Veedu, Assistant VP of Defense Research Advancement for Rice University, will lead two exciting “Lightning Talks” on the role of academia in shaping the future of the Department of Defense and the role of supply chain connectivity in securing national interests.

The DUTIE Project convenes experts from defense, universities, tech and industry in order to facilitate more public, private, and academic collaborations for the betterment of our national security. Officially launching in August 2025 at FedSupernova, join us for a sneak peek to find out more!

Join Mike Rypka and Jay Waldof Torchy’s Tacos, for an exclusive conversation at Texas House, where they share the untold stories behind the journey from a single food truck to a nationally recognized brand. Based on the book, The Devil Is in the Details, this panel dives into the hustle, creativity, and grit that built Torchy’s, offering insights into entrepreneurship, brand-building, and the power of bold flavors.Stick around after the discussion for a book signing with Mike—because great tacos and great stories are best shared in person.

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