Summerfest Tech

After @reachpathways won the Summerfest Tech pitch competition in 2024, they rebuilt their platform and scaled to 40,000+ learners. With a new co-CEO, REACH is running pilots with different customer types and honing in on the ideal customer profile. summerfest-tech.com/programming/al…

New programming announced for Summerfest TechAI 2026, including: ⭐Marquee Keynote speakers ⭐Sports Tech insights from the Milwaukee Bucks and Brewers ⭐$24,000 Pitch Competition ⭐Featured breakout session tracks Choose from three badge options: summerfest-tech.com/register/

The @Summerfest Lineup is officially here 🙌 This year, we've got three badge options to choose from, each unlocking unique access and experiences throughout the event. 🎉 Ready to level up your Summerfest experience?👀 Secure your badge today: summerfest-tech.com/register/

In June, Laura Markewicz delivered a winning pitch for Lotza at SFTAI. This month, the company received investment from Tundra Angels to back continued growth for The Soda Made to Party™. Check out the full story here: newsletter.tundraangels.com/p/why-tundra-a…

Applications are OPEN for Summerfest TechAI Pitch - June 24–26, Milwaukee. ⭐Finalists will pitch to 400+ investors, win cash prizes, a first round interview for the @gener8tor Milwaukee investment accelerator, and more! Apply today: summerfest-tech.com/pitch/pitch-co…

Don't miss this week's educational panel and networking event with Milwaukee Venture Partners Angel Network featuring Director of Summerfest TechAI, Lena DeLaet! Wednesday January 21 5:30pm - 7:00pm, Marquette University College of Business RSVP today 👉 lnkd.in/gSW4-p8d

When capital concentrates, the Midwest collaborates. Coastal megadeals keep growing while Heartland ecosystems lean into group trust instead of groupthink. See why and how this is happening. Bring your founder or ecosystem playbook to Entrepreneur Alley: summerfest-tech.com/programming/al…

From growing up with “broken English” and early exposure to entrepreneurship to leading Avistar AI, Ivan Rahman’s journey is driven by curiosity, resilience, and a passion for creating value. Learn more about Ivan's path: summerfest-tech.com/programming/al…

2025 was a breakout year for the Healthcare Innovation Pitch expanding from Summerfest TechAI’s Entrepreneur Alley to Milwaukee, Detroit & Madison. In 2025: 👉21 startups 👉20 VC/angel groups 👉20+ resource partners Want to lead a session in 2026? Apply: forms.gle/8NY4NokMNiBoCt…

What a night! Huge thanks to everyone who came out to connect and learn more about Summerfest TechAI 2026. Secure your spot for next year’s conference 👉 summerfest-tech.com/register

Summerfest TechAI returns during the second weekend of Summerfest, June 23 to June 26, 2026! 👉 New badge options, a celebrity keynote speaker, & expanded Entrepreneur Alley programming! Register today: summerfest-tech.com/register

Closing out Day 2 of Summerfest Tech with powerful insights on AI and data privacy! Thank you to Representative Zimmerman and our incredible panelists for leading such an important conversation. Your expertise and perspectives are helping shape the future of tech in Wisconsin. 🌟

Day 1 of Summerfest TechAI is in the books!🎉Big thanks to everyone who joined us for golf and the kickoff event at @3rdstmarkethall yesterday. We’re back at it today at @potawatomi_mke Hotel with our keynote from Eric Siegl and the launch of our Entrepreneur Alley programming.

Join us down at Potawatomi Casino Hotel for Day 2 of Summerfest Tech! And don't forget to stop by the @expmke podcast lounge, sponsored by @carrollu. #SummerfestTech #SummerfestTech2025 #SummerfestTechAI #MidwestTech

Have a question about the conference? Look no further than our chat bot, Navi! Thanks to @RegalRexnord, you'll be able to ask it questions on the go. Also, we're bringing Navi to life with @CodeBabyAvatars and their Navi Avatar onsite!

Thank you @rubrikInc for sponsoring happy hour featuring our pitch competition finalists! 🌟 #SummerfestTech #SummerfestTech2025 #SummerfestTechAI #MidwestTech #MkeTech #techevent #innovation #AI #genAI #healthcaretech #biohealth #energytech #sustainability

Speaker confirmed! Nicole Bolt with Allere Group, Ed Troost with Monument Consulting, Shannon Myhre with @fiserv, and Derek Fisher with @templeuniv will be onsite discussing the next generation of talent in tech on 6/25! 🎤 #SummerfestTech #SummerfestTech2025 #SummerfestTechAI

#FounderFriday Our Entrepreneur Alley programing is by founders for founders. Visit the Registration Link to learn more about each of the 12 sessions offered during 6/24-6/25 at summerfest-tech.com/programming/pr… #SummerfestTech #SummerfestTech2025 #SummerfestTechAI #MidwestTech

Ready to turn big ideas into biohealth breakthroughs?💡 Join us for How to Make a (Biohealth) Success Story, sponsored by @MedicalCollege. Hear real success stories, gain practical insights, and connect with innovators driving change in healthcare #Biohealth #Innovation #MCW

The Summerfest Tech Hall is complete! Be sure to stop by to learn more about our sponsors and pick up fun merch! @AmDigitalCorp, i.c.stars, @insightglobal, @LightTheHoan, @datadoghq, Heartland Business Systems, @nutanix, @TechUnited women's entrepreneurship week, @NVISIA, Cyera