BetterX

BetterX

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About BetterX

BetterX partners with leading corporations to run challenges that tackle real-world problems. These challenges award cash prizes and connect startups with decision-makers, focusing on healthcare, sustainability, technology access, and economic development. The result: practical solutions that can scale.

2025 Participants

Past Challenges

#BetterPlanet #BetterConnectedNewark #BetterWellness

$100K+ in Startup Challenge Prizes

BetterX 2022 + 2023 Challenges: $50K, $25K Awards

Mentorship from leaders at Verizon, Audible, RWJBarnabas, NJII, and more

Catch Up: TechUnited BetterX Summit 2022

Win $100K with TechUnited's BetterX Challenges

Win $100K with TechUnited's BetterX Challenges

Speakers: Ian Moraes, VP Software Development, Audible • Aaron Price, CEO, TechUnited

Win $100K with TechUnited's BetterX Challenges

Speakers: John Doll, COO, RWJBarnabas • Kathleen Herzlich, Vice President Hospitals & Health Systems, Labcorp • Jennifer D’Angelo, Senior Vice President and General Manager Healthcare Division, New Jersey Innovation Institute

Win $100K with TechUnited's BetterX Challenges

Speakers: I Ralph Izzo, CEO, PSEG • Scott Omelianuk, Editor in Chief, Inc. Magazine

Win $100K with TechUnited's BetterX Challenges

Speakers: Aparna Khurjekar, President, Verizon Business Markets • Aaron Price, CEO, TechUnited

Win $100K with TechUnited's BetterX Challenges

Speakers: Mark Kolb, Entrepreneur in Residence, Tech Council Ventures • Joanne Lin, Principal, Newark Venture Partners • Chris Gannon, Founder, Captivate Talent

NJ Innovation Evergreen Fund

The NJ Innovation Evergreen Fund represents a landmark achievement in state-level venture capital funding. This $500 million fund will provide crucial early-stage funding to New Jersey tech startups, helping bridge the gap between seed funding and Series A rounds. The fund focuses on supporting companies in AI, biotech, fintech, and clean technology sectors.

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