Start Up Zone Connect and Pitch 2026
Organized by Maryland Tech Council
Join us for Start Up Zone Connect and Pitch, a high-energy morning designed to spotlight emerging companies, spark meaningful connections, and celebrate innovation in Mar...
- Dates
- Jun 3, 2026
- Location
- Germantown, MD
- Deadline
- -
- Attendees
- 500
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About this conference
Join us for Start Up Zone Connect and Pitch, a high-energy morning designed to spotlight emerging companies, spark meaningful connections, and celebrate innovation in Maryland's tech and life sciences ecosystem. Entrepreneurs will take the stage for a fast-paced 1-Minute Lightning Round before engaging with attendees, judges, and industry leaders during an interactive networking and exhibit showcase. The program will feature insights from keynote speaker George Davis on building mission-driven companies that create meaningful impact. The event will conclude with the announcement of two winning companies, including an Audience Choice award, with two $5,000 cash prizes sponsored by PIC MC and complimentary one-year memberships to Maryland Tech Council
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Networking Breakfast Sponsor --- $3,000 (Exclusive); Start Up Judge Sponsor - $2,500 (4 available); Start-Up Supporting Sponsor --- $1,500; Start Up Friend Sponsor - $750
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