262 Founder Pitch

Calling tech founders, builders, disruptors, and problem-solvers. Step onto the KIC stage, pitch your company, and connect with investors, industry leaders, mentors, and startup champions across Southeast Wisconsin.

Key Deadlines

• Applications Due: September 1, 2026 by 11:59 pm

• 262 Founder Event: November 10, 2026, at 4 PM

• Catagories

  • Build Smarter - Intelligent Manufacturing​

  • Heal Better - Biohealth

  • Strengthen Community - Local Impact

• Prize Money For Each Catagory

  • ​First $3,000

  • Second $1,000

Requirements

• Must live or work in Kenosha, Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Racine, Walworth, Washington or Waukesha County

• 2-Minute Pitch Video (Sample Pitch Video) 

• Pitch deck (Sample Pitch Deck)
  

  Apply Here