INnovation Tour Networking Dinner: STARTedUP, WeCreate Media, & NWI Forum

JOIN US FOR A NIGHT OF NETWORKING AND INNOVATION!

Hosted by WeCreate Media and NWI Forum, Northwest Indiana is supporting the top ten most innovative Hoosier high school founder teams at Lower Lincoln for a networking dinner.

Stop by and meet the STARTedUP Challenge Finalists – young entrepreneurs who are redefining what’s possible. These aren’t just high school students with classroom projects; they’re founders of real businesses, generating revenue, securing venture funding, and making an impact in their industries. From groundbreaking technology to innovative solutions across diverse sectors, these students are tackling real-world challenges with bold ideas and market-validated models.

This exclusive networking event is your chance to engage with Indiana’s brightest entrepreneurial talent as they embark on their transformative journey around the state of Indiana for STARTedUP's innaugural INnovation Tour. Connect with these rising innovators, hear their stories, and explore opportunities for mentorship, collaboration, and even investment.

By attending, you’ll not only gain insight into the future of innovation but also provide these young founders with the connections and guidance they need to scale their ventures. Come be part of this inspiring evening and witness firsthand the next generation of business leaders in action.

Agenda:

• 4:30-5:00 | Arrival and Networking
• 5:00-5:10 | Opening Remarks, Don Wettrick, CEO of the STARTedUP Foundation
• 5:10-5:15 | Welcome Remarks, Wade Breitzke, CEO of WeCreate
• 5:15-5:30 | Panel
• 5:30-5:45 | STARTedUP Challenge Finalists Elevator Pitches
• 5:45-5:50 | STARTedUP Innovation Accelerator Teachers and Alumni Introductions
• 5:50-6:00 | Remarks from NWI Forum
• 6:00-6:20 | Closing Remarks, Don Wettrick, CEO of the STARTedUP Foundation
• 6:20-6:30 | Continued Networking

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