About Us
Innovating Groundwater Discovery & Aquifer Sustainability
At Well Water Finders, we are revolutionizing how groundwater is located, accessed, and managed—helping landowners, realtors, developers, and municipalities make informed water decisions. With over 20 years of expertise in groundwater location technology, we provide solutions that identify groundwater for well drilling and map subterranean layers to support aquifer recharge with harvested rainfall.
Our Story
Our journey began with Franz Vandekop (an electrical engineer) and Andrew Vandekop (a robotics engineer), who developed a pioneering system for detecting subterranean formations. Franz previously patented and built the first solid-state over-the-horizon positioning system, which was used by NOAA, the military, and the oil industry before the advent of GPS. Leveraging this expertise, he and Andrew engineered an advanced groundwater detection system, securing two U.S. patents after years of field testing across diverse terrains.
Recognizing the growing need for sustainable water solutions, Teisha Vandekop launched Well Water Finders, expanding the technology’s impact across real estate, agriculture, ranching, municipalities, and more. Today, we are manufacturing our first commercial units—working to bring groundwater intelligence to communities worldwide.
Recognized for Innovation & Impact
🏆 Competitor – Texas A&M New Venture Competition (2025)
🏆 Top 64 Startups – Startup Grind Startup Mania (2025)
🏆 Top 30 Finalist – Pepperdine Most Fundable Companies (2024)
🏆 Semi-Finalist – Climate Tech Prize, EarthX e-Capital Summit (2024)
🏆 Winner – Land-Tech Accelerator Award, Realtors Land Institute (2024)
🏆 Featured Start-Up – World Water Tech North America (2023)
Well Water Finders is proud to be a portfolio member of the Austin Technology Incubator at The University of Texas at Austin and Capital Factory, two of the nation’s leading deep-tech and venture incubation hubs.
Looking Ahead
As water scarcity continues to rise, we are scaling our technology to serve communities across Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Arkansas and beyond. Whether helping a landowner find the best well location or assisting municipalities in long-term aquifer management, our mission is clear—deliver cutting-edge groundwater insights that drive smarter water decisions.
Andrew Vandekop | Inventor & CEO
Groundwater Technology Pioneer | Patented Innovator | Growth-Stage Leader
Andrew Vandekop is a groundwater technology innovator with over 16 years of industry experience and two U.S. patents for using electromagnetic waves to determine groundwater levels. As CEO of Well Water Finders, he leads the company’s technology development, commercialization, and strategic growth.
Before launching Well Water Finders, Andrew served as Vice President of Sales at a telecom startup, managing over $200 million in revenue and contributing to its successful IPO on the NYSE. Earlier in his career, he worked in robotics engineering and at just 29 years old, sold his first patent—a laser-based billiard training system.
Andrew’s proven track record in technology innovation, sales leadership, and IP commercialization positions him to scale Well Water Finders as it transforms groundwater discovery and aquifer sustainability.
Teisha Vandekop | Founder & COO
Strategic Operator | Market Expansion Expert | Fortune 100 Brand Builder
Teisha Vandekop is the Founder and COO of Well Water Finders, driving the company’s go-to-market strategy, business development, and industry partnerships. She launched the company to bring patented groundwater technology to market, helping property owners, developers, and governments assess groundwater potential before investing in costly drilling. Teisha was named one of PitchBook's Top 109 Female Founders to Know in 2025.
Previously, Teisha served as Executive Vice President at one of the world’s top PR agencies, executing global product launches for Fortune 100 companies. Her expertise in scaling businesses, brand positioning, and market expansion is key to Well Water Finders’ rapid growth and industry impact.
ADVISOR TEAM
Jack Hartpence | Global Water Entrepreneur
Co-founder and CEO of PowWater, a social enterprise partnering with the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to provide sustainable clean water to over 200,000 people across East Africa and South Asia. Recognized as a panelist at the United Nations General Assembly and inducted into the UNDP's Business Call to Action consortium.
Michael Morton | User Experience Expert
Internationally award-winning product and experience design leader with over a decade at Dell, where he led the industrial and user experience design for OptiPlex and Precision branded business PCs, accounting for over $10 billion in annual revenue. Currently, he mentors startups in strategic product definition, design, and development through organizations such as Capital Factory, Techstars, MassChallenge, and Founders Institute.
Britton Jones | Advanced Sensor Technology
Expert in advanced sensor technology, focusing on developing innovative solutions for environmental monitoring and resource management. His work includes transduction techniques and advanced microelectronics, contributing to advancements in sensor science.
Ross Vandekop II | IP Strategy & Business Development
Specialist in intellectual property strategy and business development, providing expertise in protecting and commercializing technological innovations. His experience includes guiding startups through the complexities of IP management and market entry strategies.
Victoria Jones | Marketing & Communications
Marketing and communications professional with a track record of developing effective brand strategies and communication plans. She has successfully led campaigns that enhance brand visibility and engagement across various industries.