Question 1

Who can pitch at the event?

Accepted Answer

Anyone attending is welcome to pitch. Whether you're a startup founder, investor, tech professional, or just exploring an idea—you’ll have the chance to do a 1-minute pitch during the session.

Question 2

Do I need to prepare slides or a deck?

Accepted Answer

No slides or visuals needed. Just you, the mic, and 60 seconds. Keep it short, clear, and engaging.

Question 3

How do I sign up to pitch?

Accepted Answer

There’s no formal signup. We’ll invite attendees to pitch live during the event—just raise your hand when the host opens the floor. Spots are first come, first served, so arrive early if you’d like to be sure you get a slot.

Question 4

What if I don’t want to pitch?

Accepted Answer

No pressure! You’re welcome to attend just to network, listen, and connect with others.

Question 5

Is this only for startups and investors?

Accepted Answer

Not at all. We welcome ecosystem partners, service providers, developers, marketers, and anyone passionate about innovation and startups.

Question 6

What is the refund policy?

Accepted Answer

Tickets are refundable up to 7 days before the event. After that, we’re unable to offer refunds due to venue and planning commitments. If you can’t make it, feel free to transfer your ticket to a friend or colleague.

Question 7

What kind of people attend?

Accepted Answer

Expect a mix of founders, early-stage startups, investors, advisors, tech professionals, and industry experts looking to connect, collaborate, and grow their network.

Chicago FinTech Startups, Investors, Professionals Pitch & Networking Event

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