Top Startups Emerge at TechCon SoCal 2026 Semifinal in San Diego

In the recent TechCon SoCal 2026 Startup Innovation Showcase Semifinal held on April 16 at Mintz in San Diego, the efficacy of this ecosystem was demonstrated as seven winners were selected from a pool of over 150 applicants.

The results highlight a high concentration of success within the Peachscore community. Out of the seven winning companies, three are members of Peachscore’s global data-driven accelerator:

• EZ-Robot: A unified robotics and AI platform designed to engage 10x more students while slashing prototyping time.
  ReRoute Americas: An AI-powered wholesaler and distributor for sustainable disposables.
  MetaNeural: An AI-XR platform developing no-code simulations for safer industrial training.

The other standout semifinal winners selected are:

• Bairitone Health: Removes the guesswork from sleep apnea care by bringing anatomy imaging to the home environment.
  MVI Medical: Transforming women's healthcare with Rosa Spec™, a patented device redefining the pelvic exam market.
  TRL11: Offers telepresence to space, enabling operators to control, monitor, protect, and defend space assets via real-time video.
  HyIvy Health: Develops a data-driven device platform to measure, monitor, and treat gynecological and pelvic conditions.

The selection process was conducted by a distinguished Startup Selection Committee composed of top-tier investors and operators. Representing Peachscore on the judges' panel was our Co-Founder and COO, Peyman Shahmirzadi, who brought his extensive experience to the evaluation of these high-growth ventures. Joining him on this experienced panel were several other prominent ecosystem leaders:

• La Keisha Landrum Pierre – Emmeline Ventures
  Misti Cain – Techstars
  Ashok Kamal – NuFund Venture Group
  Ralph Morales III – Aquillius
  Eric Weiss – Chaos to Clarity

“The TechCon semifinal reflects a diligent selection process focused on identifying companies with standout innovation and strong execution potential,” noted Peyman Shahmirzadi. Watching members of the Peachscore ecosystem move forward among such a competitive field reinforces the value of structured, data-backed preparation. These founders are demonstrating the market readiness required to address complex industry challenges.”

The momentum continues at the TechCon SoCal 2026 Final Pitch Event, taking place May 21-23 at San Diego State University. This Startup Innovation Showcase is TechCon SoCal’s premier platform, offering founders the opportunity to pitch to over 100 investors and compete for a chance to pitch for $1 million at the Startup World Cup.

We are honored to share that Alex Mojtahedi, Peachscore Founder and CEO, will be a featured guest speaker at the conference. 

Join us in San Diego this May to support these exceptional entrepreneurs as they compete on the national stage and connect with our team. 

TechCon SoCal 2026 Conference Information: 
Dates: May 21-23, 2026 
Location: San Diego State University
Visit: https://techconglobal.com/techcon-socal-2026/