FIRST in Texas
Eric van Gemeren is currently the Chairman of the Board at FIRST in Texas, a company that focuses on developing STEM and 21st Century skills in students across Texas. Prior to this, Eric has held various high-level positions at companies like Honeywell and Flowserve Corporation, where Eric has led teams and delivered significant revenue growth and operational improvements. With a background in Mechanical Engineering and an MBA from Queen's University, Eric brings a wealth of experience in leadership, strategy, and business development.
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FIRST in Texas
The FIRST® in Texas Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit that supports FIRST® Robotics teams and events across Texas with a focus on increasing accessibility for low-income and underrepresented students. FIRST® participants are significantly more likely to attend college, major in science or engineering, and be outstanding future employees and citizens. By investing in Texas students’ participation in FIRST®, we address the growing demands of the STEM workforce. WHO WE ARE With guidance and oversight provided by the FIRST® in Texas Board, we disperse hundreds of thousands of dollars in team grants each year. FIRST® in Texas works closely with FIRST®, which inspires young people to be science and technology leaders by engaging them in exciting mentor-based programs that build science, engineering and technology skills, that inspire innovation and foster well-rounded life capabilities including self-confidence, communication, and leadership. MISSION FIRST® in Texas’ mission is to increase access to FIRST® programs in Texas. Our vision is that every Texas student has the opportunity to participate in FIRST®Robotics!