Empact Showcase Academy
The Academy exists to discover the best and most innovative young entrepreneurs.
Comprised of top entrepreneurs in the country, the Empact Academy plays a vital role in choosing the final category honorees.
2013 Academy
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Kay KoplovitzFounder USA Network and Sci-Fi Channel and Chairman, Springboard Enterprises |
Tony HsiehCEO, Zappos |
Jeff SandeferFounder, Acton Foundation & Sandefer Offshore |
2012 Academy
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Aaron BatalionFounder & CTO, Living Social |
Gene LandrumFounder, Chuck E. Cheese |
Jeff HoffmanFounding Member, Priceline.com |
Jeff SandeferFounder, Acton Foundation & Sandefer Offshore |
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Linda RottenbergCo-Founder & CEO, Endeavor |
Mike DelazzerFounder, Redbox |









