Pressure Chamber returns for its 10th year as emerging companies again compete for the coveted “golden suitcase,” as well as a reserved spot in the Chamber's exclusive Greater Madison startup meetings with top Silicon Valley investment firms this fall.
Participating companies will pitch in front of a panel of out-of-state investors, business executives and a live audience, with the winning company chosen based on a combination of judges scoring and audience votes.
Applicants
The full application can be accessed at:
bit.ly/Pressure23
Pressure Chamber is open to any industry, as long as the company meets the following requirements:
-- Must be a member of the Greater Madison Chamber of Commerce (startup memberships available) or support local entrepreneurial partner organizations
-- Must be located in Greater Madison or plan to locate to Greater Madison by Aug. 22, 2023
-- Must have raised at least $25,000, excluding personal investment by company founders
-- Application must be received by Friday, July 7, 2023
Sponsors
Pressure Chamber is presented by
Michael Best.
Sponsored by the
State of Wisconsin Investment Board,
Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation and
UW–Madison Office of Business Engagement,
Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation,
American Family Ventures,
Baird Capital,
4490 Ventures,
HealthX Ventures, Rock River Capital Partners,
WVV Capital,
JP Cullen and
AirDeck.
Reception Sponsor:
Fetch Rewards
Design Sponsor:
KennedyC