In a significant development for the blockchain and cryptocurrency industry, the BitAngels Network has announced a major pitch competition set to take place during Bitcoin 2024 at the Nashville Entrepreneur Center on July 27, 2024. This event marks a crucial opportunity for blockchain startups to showcase their innovations, seek investments, and network with industry leaders, all at no cost to attendees.
The competition, scheduled from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, promises to be a full-day affair packed with opportunities for startups and investors alike. The event’s schedule includes an opening and brunch at 9:30 AM, lunch at 1:00 PM, and an afterparty from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, sponsored by Pizza DAO (Pizza Angels). This comprehensive program ensures ample time for pitches, networking, and fostering connections within the blockchain community.
A key highlight of the announcement is the partnership between the Bitcoin Startup Lab and BitAngels for this Bitcoin 2024 Nashville satellite event. This collaboration signals a significant step towards nurturing and accelerating innovation in the FinTech space. Albert Liang, leading the Bitcoin Startup Lab, emphasized the importance of this partnership, stating, ‘a partnership between BSL & BitAngels is long overdue. We have become well-equipped in preparing founders for funds for several years via education, mentorship, and marketing. We are happy to add value to the BitAngels ecosystem while our founders get the opportunity to meet some of the best names and funds in financial technology.’
The event boasts an impressive lineup of hosts and special guests, including Michael Terpin, founder of BitAngels, Joyce Chow, Tokenize! Global Director, and newly appointed BitAngels Global Director Alyze Sam. Dr. Adel Elmessiry, a distinguished AI architect and the new Nashville City Leader for BitAngels, will also play a key role in the event. Special guests include Larry Sanger, co-founder of Wikipedia, Shane Hackett, Chairman of MarketLeverage, and Travis Wright, co-host of the Bad Crypto Podcast.
Alyze Sam, expressing her enthusiasm for the event, stated, ‘Kicking off my role with this event is a huge honor. I look forward to fostering innovation and connecting with the brilliant minds driving the future of blockchain.’ This sentiment underscores the event’s potential to catalyze growth and innovation in the blockchain sector.
Dr. Adel Elmessiry further highlighted the significance of the event, saying, ‘I am thrilled to be a speaker, judge, city leader, and VC for BitAngels Nashville. BitAngels is an internationally known brand; I’m excited to offer on-site training, advising, education, and technical support from my local incubator for new and upcoming founders in the FinTech and AI space.’
The pitch competition is open to blockchain startups, who are encouraged to apply through the BitAngels Network website. This platform provides an unparalleled opportunity for startups to gain visibility, secure potential investments, and connect with industry leaders.
Founded in 2013 by Michael Terpin and David Johnston, BitAngels has grown from the world’s first angel network for digital currency startups to the largest, with chapters in 25 cities globally. Its mission to accelerate blockchain adoption by connecting entrepreneurs, investors, and the community aligns perfectly with the goals of this pitch competition.
The choice of the Nashville Entrepreneur Center as the venue adds another layer of significance to the event. Since 2010, the center has been a crucial hub for turning entrepreneurial ideas into reality, offering resources and connections needed for startups to thrive.
As the blockchain and cryptocurrency industries continue to evolve and gain mainstream attention, events like this pitch competition play a crucial role in shaping the future of financial technology. By bringing together startups, investors, and industry experts, the BitAngels Network is fostering an environment ripe for innovation and growth in the blockchain space.
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