The Main Event

The Accelerate Investor Conference opens on Wednesday, November 1 with two days of investor presentations from the region’s top tech startups, investor panels, and compelling national level keynote speakers. The conference culminates with a Gala Event to honor the top companies and students.

Conference & Pitch Location

Company and Student pitches will be held on George Mason University’s Arlington campus, in Van Metre Hall. The campus is accessible by Metro and bus, parking is available near the building, and the campus is within 30 minutes from Reagan National Airport (DCA).
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Join us at the Gala!
Take in gorgeous views of Arlington and Washington D.C. See the top 10 companies compete for cash prizes in front of a celebrity panel of judges. Attend a strolling supper. Network with investors and entrepreneurs. Hear compelling keynote speakers.