Shawn R. Hughes

Techstart Tampa Bay, Inc. is a private company that focuses on creating a future for at-risk youth by providing inspiration, education, and opportunities in the technology industry. The company is based in Tampa, FL.

Tech Data Corp. engages in the distribution of information technology products, services, and solutions. Its services include logistics and warehousing, supply chain, technical, marketing, and product life cycle management. The firm's products include systems, consumer electronics, components and accessories, printers and scanners, software, and office supplies. The company was founded by Edward C. Raymond in 1974 and is headquartered in Clearwater, FL.

Compaq Computer Corp. develops and manufactures a wide range of personal computing products. The company was located in Houston, TX.

CASTion Corp. manufactures industrial wastewater treatment equipment and vacuum evaporators. Its products include atmospheric evaporators, ion exchange systems, nanofiltration and ultrafiltration systems. The firm’s services include laboratory and field pilot testing, process design, equipment fabrication and system installation and startup. The company is headquartered in Worcester, MA.

SS Design Resources, Inc. provides actual specifications on residential, contract, hospitality and health care products through an online product library. It offers a mobile platform that connects and supports the entire interior design industry in one place: designers, architects, purchasers, manufacturers, reps, products, artists, design centers, showrooms, trade shows, markets, magazines, education, charities and associations. The company was founded by Stacey Tiveron in 1997 and is headquartered in Clearwater, FL.