Welcome to the September 2024 edition of StartUp Vegas’ LevelUp event! This monthly gathering brings together innovators and visionaries from around the world, sharing cutting-edge ideas that fuel the dynamic growth of Las Vegas as a global tech hub. From education technology to property management solutions, this month’s event was packed with groundbreaking businesses pushing boundaries and addressing some of today’s most pressing challenges.
Let’s dive into some of the standout companies that took center stage at this month’s LevelUp!
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Ballpoint Labs: A SaaS Platform Helping Teachers Revolutionize Grading
Amid increasing demands on educators and the growing threat of AI-powered cheating tools, Ballpoint Labs is transforming essay grading. With many teachers overwhelmed by heavy workloads and the misuse of AI in academic dishonesty, Ballpoint offers a solution that streamlines grading while ensuring fairness.
What sets Ballpoint apart is its ability to grade both written and typed assignments—an essential feature that helps reduce AI-related cheating. Seamlessly integrating with existing educational platforms, Ballpoint’s AI-powered technology significantly speeds up the grading process, freeing up valuable time for educators to focus on student engagement and learning.
Ballpoint’s initial rollout focuses on Southern Nevada schools, with ambitious plans to scale globally. They’re offering a free trial for individual teachers, with a subscription-based model designed for wider adoption. With a total addressable market of 5.78 billion students, Ballpoint is poised to make a significant impact in education worldwide.
Contact: Cris Rosales or Sal Rosales
Email: [email protected]
Website:https://www.ballpoint.app/
NegotiAIDE: Enhancing Decision-Making with AI
As AI continues to shape the future of work, challenges around inaccuracy, job security, and poor communication persist. NegotiAIDE is tackling these head-on with a pioneering platform that combines AI with contextual engagement to drive better decision-making and collaboration.
NegotiAIDE’s adaptive decision engine helps teams communicate effectively while addressing the problem of inaccurate AI responses—an issue that erodes trust in AI-powered systems. By offering real-time monitoring, unbiased language models, and compliance with GDPR and HIPAA, the platform helps businesses navigate the complexities of AI adoption while improving productivity.
With a potential market size of $5 trillion, NegotiAIDE aims to secure $3 million in seed funding to scale its operations and expand its AI solutions into various industries, including real estate, marketing, and HVAC.
Contact: Tony Benton
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://ReplicAIDE.com
HostEasy: Leveraging the Power of AI to Streamline Airbnb Property Management
Managing multiple Airbnb properties is no easy feat, with hosts often juggling multiple applications and virtual assistants to keep things running smoothly. Enter HostEasy—an AI-powered platform that takes the hassle out of property management.
HostEasy’s “Freedom as a Service” approach automates every aspect of managing a vacation rental. From guest inquiries and financial management to home automation and cleaning services, HostEasy’s proprietary AI co-host takes care of it all, allowing hosts to focus on maximizing their rental income.
With an expansive market of 12 million vacation rentals worldwide, HostEasy is positioned to scale rapidly. Their subscription-based model, combined with a network of vetted professionals for maintenance and cleaning, helps hosts reduce operational costs and increase guest satisfaction. HostEasy is currently raising $1.5 million in pre-seed funding to further its growth, with plans to reach $12 million ARR by managing over 2,500 listings.
Contact: Akshay Bajaj
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://hosteasy.ai
This month’s LevelUp event once again demonstrated why Las Vegas is quickly becoming a beacon for innovation. With companies like Ballpoint, NegotiAIDE, and HostEasy leading the charge, it’s clear that the future is bright for tech startups solving today’s biggest challenges. Stay tuned for the next edition of LevelUp as we continue to spotlight the cutting-edge innovations shaping tomorrow.
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