FAQ

What is a business incubator-integrator?

A business integrator brings companies together with each other and government or academic organizations for strong business development. An incubator assists startup companies in early-stage growth. TEKSA is a unique business model because it serves the functions of an integrator and incubator. Back to top

What value does an incubator-integrator add to a company?

TEKSA has extensive networks and capabilities that lend credibility to a startup company. Also, agreements with business advisors and companies such as IBM give another dimension to business plans and make a company more desirable to investors. Back to top

How do I get involved with TEKSA?

Please see the Prospect Information section on this website. An appointment with TEKSA principals can be made by calling 210-877-0111. Back to top

What technology disciplines does my company need to be in, in order to join TEKSA?

TEKSA accepts companies in the medical, life sciences, cybersecurity, engineering, telecommunications, environmental, or information technology sectors. Also, companies that have technologies that converge these sectors will be acknowledged. Back to top

How do I pay TEKSA for its services?

Your company barters stock and/or royalties and/or a board position for TEKSA services. TEKSA never takes more than ten percent of a Portfolio Company's stock or more than five percent of the company's royalties. These percentages are individualized for each company, and depend on how developed your company is. For example, if you seek TEKSA's help with only an idea in mind, and we help you with incorporation decisions and documents, accounting, company name, company logo, business plan, etc., it is likely that TEKSA will require ten percent of your equity and possibly a royalty stream as well. Back to top

Can I have an office at TEKSA?

Yes, Portfolio Companies can move business equipment such as desks or computers into the TEKSA/INCELL office building. On the other hand, companies can use our existing facilities and equipment as needed. Currently, TEKSA is housed with INCELL Corportation, but is looking for a second location in which multiple Portfolio Companies can set up offices. All Portfolio Companies can use the TEKSA business address and phone line, however, even if they are working out of their home or are currently still in another job position. Back to top

How long can my company stay in TEKSA?

We hope that with all of our business and commercialization advice that each company stays in TEKSA for a maximum of two years. We recognize, however, that companies grow at different rates, which depend on the products, market, and company founders, so TEKSA is prepared to keep companies in the incubator for longer. Back to top

How does TEKSA make money?

TEKSA makes a little money from the royalty agreements with its Portfolio Companies. However, TEKSA will not profit from its equity positions in its Portfolio Companies until those companies are sold or offer stock through an IPO. Basically, TEKSA takes a chance in the success of its companies, when they make money, TEKSA makes money, and vice versa. With a real stake in the Portfolio Companies, TEKSA strives to help the companies in any capacity. Back to top

How will TEKSA market my company?

Whenever TEKSA has a trade show booth at expos, all Portfolio Companies' information is presented along with TEKSA. In addition, a link to your company's website will be on the TEKSA website from the day you sign an agreement with TEKSA. Back to top

Does TEKSA stand for something?

Originally, TEKSA was a combination of the word technology and SA, an abbreviation for San Antonio. Now, however, with TEKSA's worldwide goals and networks, it has outgrown the SA portion of its name. We now say that it stands for Technology Engineering Knowledge and Science Applications. Back to top

How long has TEKSA been in business?

TEKSA was incorporated in 1999, and its first Portfolio Company, Alamo Gene-Works, joined in the fall of 2000. Back to top

Do you have any graduates?

At this point, none of the Portfolio Companies have graduated. Some are getting close as they are meeting with potential investors and moving product development into its last stages. Back to top

How many companies does TEKSA currently assist?

There are officially ten Portfolio Companies in TEKSA Innovations. Back to top

How is TEKSA Link involved in TEKSA Innovations?

TEKSA Link is the nonprofit, educational component created by TEKSA Innovations Corp. Through TEKSA Link's efforts, TEKSA can implement the educational objectives that are imperative in it reaching its ultimate goals of community and economic development. Back to top

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