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Startup Pitch Competition

Eight startups. Two winners. A year of opportunity.

Applications for the Startup Pitch Competition will open soon. Stay tuned for communication around entry.

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Your next big opportunity starts here.

Ready to put your fintech innovation in the spotlight?

The Fintech Meetup 2027 Startup Pitch Competition is your chance to showcase your solution, connect with influential industry leaders, and unlock opportunities that can accelerate your growth.

Eight promising startups will be selected to demonstrate their technology live at Fintech Meetup 2027 in front of a distinguished panel of judges, including leading investors, product executives, and fintech decision-makers.

Two standout companies will walk away with more than recognition. They'll earn a coveted mainstage spotlight and access to an exclusive, year-round program designed to amplify their visibility, expand their network, and open doors across the fintech ecosystem.

Applications open soon. Check back for more updates.

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Who can apply?

The most influential ideas start small. We're here to help them grow.

The Fintech Meetup Startup Pitch Competition is designed for early-stage fintech startups ready to make their mark on the industry.

To be eligible, your company must meet the following criteria:

  • Founded within the last two years: Your startup must have been established within the past 24 months.
  • Early-stage funding: Your startup must have raised less than $5 million in total funding or be at a pre-Series A funding stage.

If you're building something that could change the future of financial services, we want to hear from you.

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Meet our 2026 winners

The 2026 Startup Pitch Competition brought emerging fintech innovators into the spotlight, in collaboration with Commerce Ventures, Lowenstein Sandler, and J.P. Morgan.

Selected from hundreds of applicants, Austin Caroll, Founder of Warrant, and Rhim Shah, Founder of Arva AI, impressed our judges with their innovative solutions, each earning a $50,000 SAFE note to support their next stage of growth.

For 2027, we're taking the opportunity even further. Our winners won't just earn recognition. They'll unlock a year-long partnership with fintech's most valuable event, gaining exclusive access to industry leaders, global exposure, and meaningful connections designed to accelerate their growth.

Could your startup be next?

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What to expect

Eight startups. One stage. Game-changing opportunities.

We've designed the Startup Pitch Competition to give emerging fintech innovators the exposure, connections, and opportunities they need to take their businesses further.

Step 1

Make the cut

Eight innovative startups will be selected to participate in the competition at Fintech Meetup 2027.

Each shortlisted company will receive one complimentary event ticket, giving them access to the fintech industry's most productive event.

Step 2

Show your tech

Take the stage and demonstrate your product live in front of a distinguished panel of industry judges. This is your chance to show what makes your solution different, demonstrate its potential, and get your innovation in front of people who matter.

Step 3

Win your place

Two winning startups will be selected to receive an exclusive winner package, including a 10-minute Tech Spotlight on the Fintech Meetup mainstage and entry into our inaugural 2027 winner community.

But the opportunity doesn't end when the event does.

Step 4

Build the future

Winners will unlock year-round visibility, curated industry introductions, exclusive networking experiences, and opportunities to showcase their solutions on a global stage. Because the right connections can change everything.

The winner experience

One big win. A whole year of opportunity. Join a startup community tailored for growth and networking.

Winning the Fintech Meetup Startup Pitch Competition is just the beginning.

Our two winners will join the inaugural 2027 class of The Startup Collective, an exclusive community designed to turn breakthrough innovation into lasting industry impact.

From mainstage exposure and year-round marketing to direct access to influential decision-makers, this is your opportunity to build momentum long after the competition ends.

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Your winner package includes:

Mainstage Tech Spotlight

Take your innovation to the next level with a dedicated 10-minute Tech Spotlight session on the Fintech Meetup mainstage. Showcase your solution and gain valuable exposure in front of an audience of fintech leaders, buyers, investors, and potential partners.

365 days of marketing visibility

Keep your brand in the spotlight year-round with a dedicated marketing campaign, including an exclusive founder interview, newsletter features, and social media promotion across Fintech Meetup channels.

Take your innovation to Europe

Go global with complimentary access to Fintech Meetup Europe, including an opportunity to demo your solution and connect with a new audience of fintech leaders, investors, and potential partners.

VIP access to regional events

Build relationships beyond the main event with VIP invitations to exclusive regional meetups and salons throughout the year, connecting you with influential leaders across the fintech community.

Curated introductions that count

Open doors to new opportunities with curated introductions to Fintech Meetup's network of strategic partners and industry leaders, helping you build valuable relationships that accelerate growth.

Preferred access to future opportunities

Keep your momentum going with exclusive discounts on future Fintech Meetup sponsorship and attendee opportunities, helping you stay visible, connected, and engaged as your business grows.*


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