Each year, MassChallenge supports hundreds of startups tackling the most massive challenges of our time – from climate change to Alzheimer’s to college access and affordability. All for no-cost to the entrepreneurs and for zero equity. In its 12th year, the 2021 MassChallenge U.S. Showcase and Awards will celebrate more than 200 startups from our U.S. programs; award millions non-equity cash prizes; and virtually convene the global innovation community. The two part event includes industry-based pitch sessions and opportunities to schedule meetings with the founders during the Startup Showcase, and an hour-long Awards ceremony with celebrity keynote speakers to celebrate accomplishments of the entrepreneurs from this year’s early stage programs.

Join us on October 28.  

PART 1: Startup Showcase | 10:00AM ET – 4:00PM ET
Register to listen to startup pitch sessions. You will also be able to schedule 1:1 meetings with founders from this year’s cohort within one week prior to and during the event itself.

PART 2: MassChallenge U.S. Awards | 4:45PM – 6:30PM ET
The evening will kick off with pitches from the top startups competing for equity-free cash prizes. The Awards Ceremony and Keynote broadcast will begin at 5:30PM ET.

Check back for more information and ways to connect with the startups featured in this year’s Boston, Rhode Island, Houston & Austin cohorts.

This event is our signature annual fundraiser. Learn more about our sponsorships if you or your organization are interested in an exceptional opportunity to be recognized as a leader across the global innovation ecosystem.