Tech Innovation with an Altitude Showcase
Join Moonshot and Lowell Observatory for an extraordinary afternoon celebrating Arizona's tech ecosystem during AZ Tech Week.
Set against the backdrop of Flagstaff's legendary observatory, "Tech Innovation with an Altitude" brings together visionary leaders, pioneering founders, and changemakers for an afternoon of TED-style talks, compelling founder pitches, and meaningful connections.
Experience the Future of Innovation: Hear from technology trailblazers and futurists sharing bold ideas that are reshaping industries.
Discover Arizona's most promising startups as award-winning founders from Moonshot's network share their journeys and breakthroughs across biotech, space technology, cybersecurity, and beyond. This isn't just another tech event—it's a celebration of the entrepreneurial spirit transforming Flagstaff and rural Arizona's economic landscape.
FEATURED SPEAKERS
Steve Reese - Topic: “Performance at Altitude: Why the Future of Technology is Human”
Eric Parker - Topic: "Solving the Founder Credibility Problem by Rewriting the Rules of Funding"
Eduardo Gonzalez - Topic: “From Global Markets to Manufacturing Innovation: Lessons from Three Continents”
Scott MacDonald - Topic: “Beyond AI: The Hidden Tech Stack Reshaping Investment” Management”
Amy Wolkowinsky - Topic: “From Climate Risk to Climate Return: The Methane Opportunity”
David Johns, AWD LAW - Topic: “Entrepreneurial Insights - What to Do and What to Avoid”
FEATURED STARTUP FOUNDERS/COMPANIES:
Ashley Heida, Analytical Mineset
Kyle Montgomery, Generous AI Powered Gifting
Whitney Slightham, Ateleva
Cristy Salanga, High Entropy Security
Nathan Friedman, Hemasense
Ghonhee Lee, Katalyst Space
With Special Appearance by Tim Elinski, Founder of Pin Drop Travel Trailer
FEATURED STARTUP FOUNDERS/COMPANIES:
Ashley Heida, Analytical Mineset
Kyle Montgomery, Generous AI Powered Gifting
Whitney Slightham, Ateleva
Cristy Salanga, High Entropy Security
Nathan Friedman, Hemasense
Ghonhee Lee, Katalyst Space
With Special Appearance by Tim Elinski, Founder of Pin Drop Travel Trailer
Date and Time
Tuesday Apr 7, 2026
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM MST
Location
Lowell Observatory
Astronomy Discovery Center
1400 W Mars Hill Road
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
Fees/Admission
FREE
Contact Information
Angela Hamby
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