LIGHTING ROUNDS

Curated 1:1 meetings between startups and corporate innovation teams
Afternoon of Weds, May 20 at Michigan Tech Week 2026

Connecting startups and corporate innovation teams

Lightning Rounds are curated, 15-minute meetings with corporate venture capital teams and innovation leaders from some of the world’s leading companies.

CORPORATE INNOVATORS

Lightning Rounds are your shortcut to strategic deal flow. In just one day, meet with 20+ vetted startups aligned with your innovation priorities—no cold outreach, no noise. Whether you're scouting for pilots, partnerships, or investment opportunities, we do the heavy lifting so you can focus on what matters: finding the right fit, faster.

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Startups

Ready to land a pilot, raise your next round, or spark connections that lead to real outcomes? Apply for Lightning Rounds at Michigan Tech Week! Fill out a short application and our team will match you with corporates and investors actively looking to invest, partner, or help you scale.

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I got more from 1 day of Lightning Rounds than the last 10 years combined of conferences.

— 2025 Lightning Rounds Host