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We are currently accepting applications to present at the 2027 Florida Venture Capital Conference. Please apply below:
What happens when I fill out the application?
All applications are reviewed and scored by a committee of active venture investors. There is no set criteria; however, committee members seek to answer two primary questions: is the company ready for venture capital and will venture investors find the company interesting/compelling? The committee also considers other factors, such as strength and experience of the management team, growth prospects for the company’s target sector, size/importance of the problem the company is solving, and many others.
This is a highly competitive process. We receive hundreds of applications for ~50 presenting slots.
What is the application deadline? When will I be notified if I’ve been accepted? Is there an advantage to applying early?
The application deadline is January 10, 2027. We expect final decisions around January 15, 2027. However, there is an advantage to applying early since companies are scored on a rolling basis, We encourage all companies to apply as early as possible.
What happens if I’m accepted?
Selected companies will be notified by Forum staff. Prior to the conference, there will be a number of networking and mentoring opportunities as well as a “pre-conference” virtual meeting where logistics will be discussed and questions answered.
All applicants should reserve January 27, 2027 on their calendars. Selected companies will be invited/requested to attend a welcome and networking reception with Forum members (location to be announced.)
What happens if I am not accepted?
Applicants will be notified of acceptance/non-acceptance in mid-January. If your company isn’t accepted, we encourage you to attend the conference at our discounted founder rate. This is a great opportunity for you to learn from other founders and network with investors and service providers.
Non-accepted applicants may be offered opportunities to present at other Forum events, or future FVCCs, as well as other mentoring and networking opportunities.
What are the benefits of presenting at FVCC? Are there cash awards?
Selected companies receive invitations to a variety of events and sessions before, during and after the conference. You’ll have multiple opportunities to meet and network with VCs and other deal professionals, opportunities to receive mentoring and guidance on presenting, sessions on the mechanics of venture investments, and many other benefits.
There are no cash awards at FVCC; the opportunity to network with 200+ active VCs from 100+ funds, who are actively looking for companies to invest in is the prize!
What can I expect after presenting at FVCC27?
Selected companies automatically become Forum Alumni, a special, no-cost category of Forum membership. We like to stay connected to our alumni, so there are speaking and panel opportunities at Forum events, mentoring and networking opportunities, invitations to special events, annual invites back to the FVCC welcome reception (at no cost), member discounts if you want to attend Forum conferences, and much more.
Startups may apply to the Forum any time. Our standing selection committee will review your application and those selected will be notified about future opportunities to present at Forum events.
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