Texas Venture Fest sign at the Texas Venture Fest East Texas at True Vine Brewing Co. in Tyler, Texas on Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025. (Leeza Meyer/Tyler Morning Telegraph)David Stewart, co-organizer of Texas Venture Fest East Texas, holds the door prize of cowboys boots sponsored by Alvies Boots and Flip Flops at the Texas Venture Fest East Texas at True Vine Brewing Co. in Tyler, Texas on Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025. (Leeza Meyer/Tyler Morning Telegraph)Texas Venture Fest sign at the Texas Venture Fest East Texas at True Vine Brewing Co. in Tyler, Texas on Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025. Innovator and Entrepreneur AdviceDrew Pyle, co-organizer of Texas Venture Fest East Texas, said he enjoys how the event encourages local people to reach their professional goals and potential. The Texas Venture Alliance organizes bi-monthly newsletters and hosts the annual Texas Venture Gala and Forum, where Texas Choice Award winners, the state’s top startups, innovators and community leaders, are honored.