Day 2 - Capital

Filling the Future: Startups + Core Facilities Driving Advanced Manufacturing

This curated collection, "Filling the Future: Startups + Core Facilities Driving Advanced Manufacturing," spotlights key leaders and organizations propelling Arizona's innovation ecosystem. It emphasizes the critical synergy between robust startup engines, venture capital, and core facilities like fabs and biomedical hubs to ensure sustained growth in advanced manufacturing and deep tech sectors. This resource is invaluable for entrepreneurs, investors, economic developers, and professionals keen on engaging with Arizona's dynamic landscape, particularly in areas like AI, semiconductors, and biomedical advancements.

Panel: Backing Female Founders

This curated collection, "Panel: Backing Female Founders," provides a vital resource exploring strategies to fund and elevate women-led ventures. It benefits aspiring female entrepreneurs, angel investors, and business leaders seeking to understand venture capital, sales leadership, and brand building from experienced professionals like Jane Sorenson Herthel, Seema Phull, and Kaitlyn Fitzgerald. This resource offers valuable insights into backing and scaling high-growth, women-led businesses.

Fundraising Workshop

Panel: Expanding & Fundraising Internationally

This collection provides expert insights and professional profiles from a panel dedicated to global fundraising strategies and market expansion. Entrepreneurs, startups, and established businesses aiming for international growth will find valuable resources on cross-border investment, legal considerations, and strategic market entry. It features key professionals like Persephone Godwin and James Cummings from London & Partners, alongside William Devenish from Fieldfisher, offering essential contacts and perspectives for navigating international markets.

Panel: The Future of Angel Investing in Arizona

This curated collection features a panel discussion titled "The Future of Angel Investing in Arizona," focusing on strategies to expand access and visibility for early-stage capital. It is an invaluable resource for angel investors, venture capitalists, startup founders, and ecosystem builders looking to understand and engage with Arizona's dynamic investment landscape. The collection offers direct access to the professional profiles of leading experts like Aaron Favreau, Louise B. Hardman, Tim Holladay, and Mike Shufeldt, providing unique insights into the region's venture capital and startup ecosystem.

Opening Remarks & Agenda Overview

Panel: From Demo to DoD: Scaling, Selling, and Securing Partnerships in Defense Tech

This curated collection compiles insights from leading experts who participated in the "From Demo to DoD: Scaling, Selling, and Securing Partnerships in Defense Tech" panel discussion. It's an essential resource for defense tech entrepreneurs, innovators, and investors seeking strategies to scale startups, secure Department of Defense contracts, and build strategic partnerships. Featuring seasoned professionals like Darian Harris (Fuse Accelerator) and defense innovation strategist Taj Holmes, this content offers invaluable guidance on national security, space, and cyber capabilities.

Companies Exhibiting (Employers)

This curated collection features "Companies Exhibiting," a diverse group of innovative employers actively shaping the future of work across various sectors like AI, healthcare, cybersecurity, and financial services. It serves as an invaluable resource for job seekers and professionals looking to explore new career opportunities, connect with industry leaders, and discover cutting-edge solutions from both startups and established industry giants. The collection highlights companies seeking top talent and showcasing their exceptional teams, offering unique insights into diverse workplaces and groundbreaking technologies.

Investment Partner 2025

Pitch Contest Finalists

This curated collection highlights the "Pitch Contest Finalists," showcasing groundbreaking startups and visionary concepts poised to revolutionize various industries. It's an essential resource for investors, entrepreneurs, and industry professionals seeking to discover the future of innovation, from AI-powered solutions in healthcare and legal tech to sustainable agriculture and personalized travel planning. Explore bold ideas in education, recruitment, fashion sustainability, and more, all driven by creative problem-solving and entrepreneurial drive.