Startup program

At TechBBQ, we’ve created tailored programs to help startups thrive at every stage of their journey. Whether you’re ready to pitch your ideas, showcase your innovative solutions, or connect with key players in your industry, we’ve got something for you. Explore our carefully designed programs and take the next step in your startup’s success story!

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Did you want to meet investors during TechBBQ, and do you want to find just the right ones to support your vision and your startup? At TechBBQ, we use the latest AI matching tool to save you time and ensure you only have meetings with the most relevant investors! Startup ticket holders will receive an invite to the app, can upload their investment deck, and receive a list of investors whose investment thesis specifically matches their business.This app is powered by Lab08.

We successfully launched this app in 2024, and facilitated meaningful connections between investors and startups.

FAQ

The Startup Pass for TechBBQ includes full access to the two-day event, allowing startups to engage with key ecosystem stakeholders, attend all sessions, participate in workshops, and use the event’s matchmaking tools. This pass provides a valuable opportunity to showcase your startup and gain insights into industry trends.

Absolutely! TechBBQ offers multiple ways to connect with investors, including networking sessions, investor-specific activities, and casual encounters during the event. Among these, the event app stands out—it opens two weeks prior and allows you to book meetings in advance. Confirmed meetings are held in reserved spaces, ensuring efficient and valuable interactions​.

Applications open in April 2025. You’ll find the application links here.

Want to buy a booth instead? Contact our partnership team here.

Yes, startups can apply for multiple programs. However, if selected, you can only pitch in one competition. That said, you can still be chosen to showcase at the same time, allowing for additional visibility at the event.

Yes! You can nominate yourself for a speaking opportunity here. Please note that our program team reserves the right to choose the right speakers for the stage program and the speaking slot is not guaranteed, even after the nomination.

Startup Passes are designed for early-stage, tech-focused companies with scalable business models and a strong focus on growth.

While we welcome incubators and accelerators to join the event, they don’t qualify for Startup Passes. We recommend checking out our Community Passes instead.

Reach out to the relevant team member for your area of interest:

  • North Star Pitch & Startup Showcasing: jop@techbbq.org
  • Urban Tech Pitching & Showcasing: sgs@techbbq.org
  • Life Science Pitching & Showcasing: jan@techbbq.org
  • Hero Academy: dib@techbbq.org
  • Tech Talent: hej@techbbq.org

As a nonprofit organization, TechBBQ does not cover transportation or accommodation costs. However, keep an eye on this page—we’ll share special hotel deals soon!