ANN ARBOR, Mich., May 20, 2011 /PRNewswire/ — Ann Arbor SPARK
recently celebrated the conclusion of its 19th Boot Camp program
with participant investor pitches and a reception. At the Ann
Arbor SPARK Boot Camp Celebration, Brio Device, LLC was selected as
the “Best of Boot Camp” winner, based on the quality of its
investor pitch and business plan. As winner, Brio Device
received an engagement though the Ann Arbor SPARK Business
Accelerator.
“At Ann Arbor SPARK’s Boot Camp, we received tailored and
practical advice that established a strong foundation and focus to
advance Brio,” said Hannah Hensel, Co-founder, Brio Device.
“We are very appreciative of the people in the community that
are lending their expertise to help companies like Brio Device
successfully launch. Our Company will use the award to
complete preparations for our first round of fundraising and secure
necessary professional services. We will also continue to
engage the entrepreneurial community for advice and direction.”
Brio Device is the latest spin-out from the University of
Michigan Medical Innovation Center. The Company’s flagship
product, the SmartAirway, improves the efficacy and safety of
emergency intubation even when performed by less-skilled
practitioners.
At Ann Arbor SPARK’s Best of Boot Camp competition, Willy Kaye
from Polaris was awarded “Best Pitch.” The award recognizes
the most dynamic, influential pitch made to the judging panel.
Ann Arbor SPARK’s Boot Camp is a two-day business planning and
preparation event designed to help early stage technology
businesses. A unique combination of hands-on learning and
one-on-one mentoring, the event features noted speakers on
entrepreneurship, successful local entrepreneurs and investors.
ABOUT ANN ARBOR SPARK
Ann Arbor SPARK, a non-profit organization, is the driving force
in establishing the Ann Arbor region as a destination for
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