2021 Best Tech Startups in Oklahoma

March 11, 2021November 16, 2022 thetechtribune

The Tech Tribune staff has compiled the very best tech startups in Oklahoma. In doing our research, we considered several factors including but not limited to:

Revenue potential
Leadership team
Brand/product traction
Competitive landscape

Additionally, all companies must be independent (unacquired), privately owned, at most 10 years old, and have received at least one round of funding in order to qualify.

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1. The Zero Card

Founded: 2016

Also honored in: 2021 Best Tech Startups in Tulsa

“Today’s health plan members demand and deserve a health plan that is easy to understand, easy to use and delivers the best combination of cost, quality, and convenience.

Members expect a platform that’s custom-tailored to their unique needs. A world of ZERO cost and 10X the delight.

Members Win.

With the help of their own Personal Health Assistant, members are supported and informed when making healthcare decisions. They can now choose to access high-quality providers for $0 and get the care they deserve without breaking the bank.”

2. Progentec Diagnostics

Founded: 2015

Also honored in: 2021 Best Tech Startups in Oklahoma City

“Progentec Diagnostics, Inc., was set up to explore and commercialize state of the art diagnostic interventions in therapeutic areas with a high level of unmet need. The company is collaborating with a number of research institutions and individuals around the world engaged in bringing the latest technological innovations to the field of diagnostics. The commitment to this cause is firmly rooted in our belief that better diagnostics would not only help in better and less costly management of diseases, but also help tremendously in reducing the incidence of diseases through early screening and detection.”

3. Ten-Nine Technologies

Founded: 2014

Also honored in: 2021 Best Tech Startups in Tulsa

“Ten-Nine Technologies (10-9) develops breakthrough materials for the energy and chemical industries across a broad range of applications including catalysis, energy generation, and energy storage. Ten-Nine’s core values are curiosity, honesty, and generosity, expressed daily in our actions with our co-workers, our clients, and our community. We are located in vibrant downtown Tulsa within walking distance of many restaurants and events.”

4. Happily

Founded: 2015

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“Happily is an e-commerce company based in Oklahoma City, OK. We specialize in creating experiences and resources that help bring couples closer together.”

5. Spiers New Technologies

Founded: 2015

Also honored in: 2021 Best Tech Startups in Oklahoma City

“Spiers New Technologies Inc (SNT) is the leading full service provider for advanced battery packs use in hybrid and electric vehicles. SNT’s expertise helps its clients better maximize their battery pack inventory through 4R services: Repair, Remanufacturing, Refurbishment, and Repurposing.”

6. Whiteboard Technology

Founded: 2014

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“Named one of 2018’s most innovative companies by HousingWire Tech100, WHITEBOARD CRM (a division of Whiteboard Technology, LLC.) is a fast-growing SaaS provider of CRM software specifically created for the mortgage industry. Based in Oklahoma City, OK, our clients include many of the nation’s top loan originators.

At WHITEBOARDCRM, our industry impact comes from our belief that successful businesses are built on solid customer partnerships and client relationships. Our mortgage-specific CRM helps loan originators close more loans, create better relationships, and increase referrals by automatically staying in touch with contacts, clients, and partners. See more of the product at: www.whiteboardcrm.com.”

7. SendaRide

Founded: 2016

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“SendaRide provides Customized, Concierge Non-Emergency Medical Transportation for the Healthcare Industry

Our technology empowers hospitals, providers, health plans, independent living centers and family members with the ability to book on-demand and scheduled transportation for someone else. Our focus is on ensuring those who don’t have access to transportation do not miss their therapy, dialysis, cancer treatments, cardiovascular care, preventive care and any other medical appointment.”

8. Exaptive

Founded: 2011

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“Exaptive helps researchers and technologists working on a shared problem. Understanding and accessing all your resources – people and technology – is tricky. Building innovative teams is easier said than done. Then actually working together – sharing data and analysis – is a constant struggle.

We use software to make the process of organizing teams and communities easier and more productive. We build tools that make collaborating on data and analysis fluid. We want data and intuition to flow freely among the smart people working together to have an impact.”

9. Genio Technologies, Inc.

Founded: 2019

Also honored in: 2021 Best Tech Startups in Tulsa

“Genio Technologies™, Inc. is a team of bold inventors, physicians, scientists, and business experts from around the world focused on shifting the paradigms of diagnostic innovation.”

10. Tailwind

Founded: 2012

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“We’ve built an industry-leading visual marketing platform that helps over 200,000 brands and small businesses drive ROI on Pinterest and Instagram.

Marketing & Analytics is just the beginning though. Content is a $50Bn industry that is becoming more visual by the day and we’ve only scratched the surface of tapping into these opportunities. Armed with data, we’re building products that help make the industry smarter, more approachable and able to deliver a much more engaging experience to consumers.”