IGNITE22 Challenge: #SMARTINDUSTRY

TheSE AREN't THE DROIDS You're Looking For

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Thursday

,

June

13

2019

|

4pm

IGNITE22 Challenge

#FUTUREFOOD

Pitch Finals

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Ann Carpenter

IGNITE22 Challenge: #SMARTINDUSTRY

For the third IGNITE22 Challenge, we're looking for startups transforming industry. Pitch your solution connecting product, machines and people.

APPLY TODAY!

Ann Carpenter

IGNITE22 Challenge Pitch Finals

SEPTEMBER 18, 2019

- Identify promising tech startups for investment

- Meet potential strategic partners

- Learn about opportunities in the future of industry

- Network with like-minded tech entrepreneurs

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What?

IGNITE22 Challenge Pitch Finals

On September 18, finalists will pitch their smart industry solutions. Join the entrepreneur teams, investors, sponsors, judges and VIP guests to select the winner of the third IGNITE22 Challenge.

When?

Thursday

,

April

11

,

2019

|

4pm

to

8pm

Be sure to arrive on time to network, enjoy refreshments and check out the Battleship Iowa! The program will begin promptly at 5:30pm.

Where?

AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles

2456 Signal Street

San Pedro

CA

90731

United States

250 South Harbor Boulevard

San Pedro, CA 90731

"The IGNITE22 Challenge is a great opportunity for the venture community to identify promising pre-seed stage startups, with cool ideas and high market potential, in which to make investments."

JIM COOPER, CTO, BRAID THEORY

What are we looking for?

1

Machines and More

Robotics, sensors, IoT, autonomous vehicles, UAVs & AUVs... If you build it...

2

Future Workforce

Visualization, AR/VR, wearables, training, occupational safety, virtual assistants

3

Keep it Running

Predictive maintenance, scheduling, additive (or subtractive) manufacturing, smart grids

4

Data and Systems

AI, machine learning, advanced analytics, cybersecurity, SAAS, apps, enterprise software

5

Building Blocks

Advanced materials and processes, biomimicry, nanotechnology, new energy

6

Process

Supply chain, blockchain, product life cycle, sustainable packaging

IGNITE22 Challenge Finalists

IGNITE22 Challenge Partners

"The IGNITE22 Challenge is a great opportunity for the venture community to identify promising startups with cool ideas and high market potential in which to make investments."

JIM COOPER, CTO, BRAID THEORY

Ann Carpenter

IGNITE22 Challenge: #FUTUREFOOD

Braid Theory is seeking solutions focused on feeding the planet. If your tech startup is capital efficient, scalable and transformational, apply for the IGNITE22 Challenge!

APPLICATION CLOSED

IGNITE22 Challenge Partners

PAMELA COOK

Kaplow! Ale

Pamela had her first sip of beer when she was 29 years old. Really. She doesn’t know what she was thinking. She’s still making up for lost time.

ANDREW SMITH

Stormzabrewin

Andrew's a third generation brewmaster whose grandpa brewed beer in his bathtub during the Prohibition. At least that’s what he tells people who ask him about the family business got started.

LUISA

BELL

Neverending Pour

Luisa loves beer more than your mom loves you. That was a weird thing to say. It’s just that Luisa really loves beer. And you. And your mom.

Ann Carpenter

Sponsor IGNITE22

Show your support of ocean solutions:

- Sponsor IGNITE22 Challenge on April 11, 2019

- Offer $$ or in-kind services to the winning teams

- Exhibit or sponsor at IGNITE22 Tech Showcase on November 13, 2019

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#IGNITE22Challenge

Braid Theory is seeking solutions in ocean, marine and maritime markets. If your tech startup is capital efficient, scalable and transformational, apply for the IGNITE22 Challenge today!

Important Dates

Jun 27

Application Opens

Send us your pitch deck, tell us about your startup. The application is simple. The opportunity is unlimited.

Aug 29

Deadline Extended!

Don't wait till the last minute to apply. We want to make sure to give our full attention to each and every application.

Sep 5

Finalists Announced

Eight selected startups will pitch to a judging panel and an audience of investors, entrepreneurs and corporate leaders.

Sep 9-13

Finalists Coaching Sessions

All finalists will receive an in-depth, private coaching session with the Braid Theory team to hone their message and refine their investor pitch deck.

Sep 18

IGNITE22 Challenge Pitch Finals

All finalist teams will receive free exhibit space at the IGNITE22 Global Tech Showcase in November 2019.

One winner will be selected for the IGNITE22 Challenge Prize!

- Braid Theory Accelerator programming and mentoring

- Legal, HR and Financial consulting services

- Access to Braid Space at AltaSea or Space455

Nov 13

IGNITE22 Global Tech Showcase

IGNITE22 is the event where entrepreneurs meet investors; corporate leaders discover emerging technologies; and researchers learn about market opportunities for their scientific discoveries. It’s a place to break down silos and engage with passionate tech innovators from across industry sectors and around the world. Most importantly, IGNITE22 is a celebration and a gathering of individuals who are shaping the 22nd century!

2019 IGNITE22 Challenges

#Bluetech | Feb-Apr

#FutureFood | Apr-Jun

#SmartIndustry | Jul-Sep

IGNITE22

Challenge

Winners

Congratulations to the IGNITE22 Challenge winners! All winning teams are eligible to present at the 2019 IGNITE22 Global Tech Showcase on November 13.

Challenge #1 Winner

CBio manufactures novel tools to measure biological cell properties non-destructively.

Challenge #1 Peoples Choice

Scoot Science uses ocean observing and modeling to deliver a complete assessment of local ocean conditions.

Challenge #2 Winner

Using filamentous cyanobacteria as a platform, Spira provides a better-tasting, more nutritious, cost-effective food source.

Challenge #2 Peoples Choice

AGTools provides real time algorithm deep data services to farmers, buyers and everyone within the supply chain.

IGNITE22 Global Tech Showcase

Save the Date! November 13, 2019 | San Pedro, CA | Info

At IGNITE22, entrepreneurs meet investors; corporate leaders discover emerging technologies; and researchers learn about market opportunities for their scientific discoveries. It’s a place to break down silos and engage with passionate tech innovators from across industry sectors and around the world. And most importantly, IGNITE22 is a celebration and a gathering of individuals who are shaping the 22nd century!