How showcasing startups bolsters the innovation ecosystem

The Houston Startup Showcase, an 11-month long competition hosted by The Ion, empowers startups to fine-tune their pitch and successfully showcase their product or service. During the ongoing pandemic where many entrepreneurs continued to operate remotely, startups were faced with a new set of challenges, such as meeting the right investors, building an online platform, or accessing new opportunities. However, opportunities like the Houston Startup Showcase, reopened many doors for entrepreneurs…