The 2024 Early Stage Symposium will be held Nov. 13-14 at the Monona Terrace in Madison.
This year’s conference theme is Piecing together success through investment.

Tech Council Investor Networks Track – Wednesday, Nov. 13:
These tracks will feature more than 20 companies from the Midwest representing an array of industries, such as advanced manufacturing; biotechnology; health care therapeutics, diagnostics and devices; information technology; artificial intelligence; mobile application sectors. Companies selected will have many opportunities to interest investors: a five-minute presentation as well as networking receptions. Selected companies will also be invited to participate in a pre-conference practice session with a group of mentors.

Elevator Pitch Olympics – Thursday, Nov. 14:
Companies or entrepreneurs selected for the Elevator Pitch Olympics will give a 90-second pitch in front of conference attendees and a panel of investors. The investors will score the presenter on a scale of 1 to 5, focusing on whether the pitch was compelling enough to arrange a follow-up meeting, and will offer immediate feedback. About 15 companies in early, often pre-revenue stages will be selected to pitch. There are crystal awards for the top presenters

Investor Intros – Thursday, Nov. 14:
Companies selected for the popular Investor Intros will have the opportunity to meet one-on-one with investors from Wisconsin and beyond. These are pre-scheduled, strategic meetings between investors and emerging companies. This format will resemble a “speed dating” exercise, allowing both parties to learn more about each other and explore potential relationships.