
Gamechangers and Champions 2025: A Bracket Bash For Innovators and Angels
A high-energy event uniting Kansas startups, investors, and innovators for a day filled with networking, education, and a pitch competition!
AVP Monthly Pitch – February 20, 2025
Hear Shark Tank style pitches from two startups around the Heartland!

Bridging The Gap
A focus on inclusive investment, addressing the underrepresentation of women and people of color in venture capital.
Engaging panel discussions, founder pitches, and actionable strategies to increase diversity in early-stage investing.

Investing, Tasting, and Racing
A hands-on experience in ag-tech investing with robot racing, networking, and drinks.
Discover early-stage investment opportunities and connect with industry innovators.

Breaking Down The Pitch, Play By Play
A deep dive into evaluating startup pitches with expert insights from Scott Flucke (Highmount Capital), Trish Brasted (Entrepreneurial Growth Ventures), and Josh Oeding (Tenzing Capital).
Interactive investor education session followed by an optional networking happy hour (5:00 – 6:30 PM).