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The Founder Fusion event is a fast-paced, fun way to meet founders who are looking for teammates to help grow their startups. The event kicks off with quick 1-min pitches at the Kaplan Institute, followed by open networking where you can connect directly with the teams. You’ll meet founders from Techrise (P33), Future Founders, and Startup Studio who are actively searching for co-founders, so come ready to build relationships and join the next big thing!
Get ready for Kaplan Institute’s biggest event of the year! The Kaplan Pitch Tank is where Illinois Tech's brightest startups go head-to-head, pitching their groundbreaking ideas to compete for an investment of $50,000. This year, the Competition will take place on April 24, 2026. This isn’t just a competition - it’s a celebration of innovation, entrepreneurship, and the power of bold ideas. Your startup must be in Phase 3:Accelerate in order to be considered to pitch in the competition. The final deadline to be considered for the Pitch Tank Competition is January 16th. To apply, please submit the form below.
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