We’re always taking applications, so apply when you’re ready.
Founders are chosen based on readiness and fit with the specific competition focus.
Selected participants receive, pitch coaching, mentorship, and ecosystem exposure.
Founders pitch live in front of judges, partners, and a community audience.
Non-dilutive capital is awarded live on stage at every event.
We review applications and ecosystem referrals to find the best fit for upcoming pitch competitions. TechRise focuses on founders who can benefit from visibility, feedback, and early capital.
We’ve hosted more than 100 pitch competitions across Chicagoland, and are dedicated to expanding the reach of our ecosystem support.
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Can’t make it in person? Catch full competitions and recap highlights on our YouTube channel.
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