June 2, 2025 (press release) — Haptech Defense Systems, a New Orleans-based tech company developing advanced training systems for the U.S. Military and law enforcement, is Louisiana Economic Development’s (LED) 2025 Louisiana Innovative Company of the Year. The honor was announced at LED’s 2025 Spotlight Louisiana event in Baton Rouge on May 29, recognizing the company’s groundbreaking work in linear motor haptic technology and data collection. Haptech Founder and Chief Executive Officer Kyle Monti joined Chief Operations Officer Conrad Rolling to accept the award. Both Louisiana natives, Monti and Rolling are committed to growing this world-class business in their home state.
“Just over 10 years ago, I set out to build a technology company that solves problems and could scale from Louisiana,” Monti said. “Today, the U.S. Army is our largest customer. We are working to put our technology in the hands of every soldier training for combat, while also creating new applications for other industries with technology gaps. I appreciate this award and the support LED provides for creators and companies in Louisiana.”