Description

Pressure Chamber returns for its 13th year as the region's top emerging companies pitch for the coveted "golden suitcase," which guarantees a reserved spot in the Chamber's exclusive Greater Madison startup meetings with top Silicon Valley investment firms this fall.

Participating companies will present in front of a panel of national investors and a live audience, with the winning company chosen based on a combination of judges' scoring and audience votes. 

This event is a part of Forward Fest, Wisconsin's largest technology and entrepreneurship festival. Forward Fest 2026 is August 17 - 21. You can learn more HERE.

Thank you to our sponsors!

Presenting Sponsor:

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Voting Sponsor:

Student Sponsor:

Community Sponsors:

JP Cullen
The Gialamas Company

Investor Sponsors:

HealthX Ventures
Idea Fund
Mastercraft Ventures
Rock River Capital Partners
Wisconsin Investment Partners

Venue Sponsor:

FPC Live