
Startup Champions & the Future of CES- A Conversation with Steve Ewel
From Tech Zone With Paul Amadeus Lane by Paul Amadeus Lane
October 23, 2025 · 30 min
About this episode
Paul Amadeus Lane interviews Steve Ewell about the Eureka Park Accessibility Contest and its significance for startups at CES 2026.
Join host Paul Amadeus Lane on The Tech Zone as he sits down with Steve Ewell, Executive Director of the CTA Foundation, to unpack the inner workings of the prestigious Eureka Park Accessibility Contest. Discover how hundreds of startups competed—and how five standout winners earned a coveted spot on the grand CES 2026 stage. We'll dive into: What makes Eureka Park the ultimate global startup launch pad How the contest has evolved over the years and why it’s critical at CES 2026 What Steve Ewell looks for in innovations that truly move the needle in accessibility and tech The ripple effect of booth space, media exposure and investor attention for the winners Whether you’re a tech founder, investor, or passionate about inclusion and innovation, this episode gives you a front-row seat to the future of tech and the people pushing the boundaries. #TheTechZone #SteveEwell #CTAFoundation #EurekaPark #CES2026 #StartupLife #TechForAll #AccessibilityTech #Innovation #FutureOfTech
People in this episode
Host: Paul Amadeus Lane
Guest: Steve Ewell
Topics covered
- Eureka Park
- startup competition
- accessibility
- CES 2026
- innovation
Keywords
- CTA Foundation
- tech founders
- investors
- inclusion
- future of tech
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