i2E & Plains Ventures Surpasses $100M Milestone in Total Investments

i2E, Inc., a nonprofit dedicated to fostering the growth of startups and entrepreneurs in Oklahoma, is proud to announce surpassing the $100 million mark in total investments. This achievement highlights their continued commitment to driving innovation and economic growth across Oklahoma and beyond. Since first investing in Oklahoma startups in 1999, i2E, and now its […]

FDA Approval is Not the End of the Road

By, Meredith Wilkerson. Ph.D. Whether you are developing a therapeutic, diagnostic, or medical device, FDA approval is not the end of the road.  We often hear from founders: “once our [innovation] is FDA approved, we will be acquired.”  Indeed, many founders become hyper-focused on obtaining FDA approval, and sometimes we see them forget that ultimately, […]

Founder Spotlight: Edna Martinson, Boddle

Founder Spotlight: Edna Martinson, Co-Founder of Boddle In this Founder Spotlight, we chat with Edna Martinson, the inspiring co-founder of Boddle, an edtech company that uses gaming to engage students and improve learning outcomes. Edna shares her personal journey, the challenges of launching a tech company, and the strategies that have driven Boddle’s success. Let’s […]