In a significant development for the blockchain and cryptocurrency industry, BitAngels Network has announced that it will host a major pitch competition during Bitcoin 2024 at the Nashville Entrepreneur Center on July 27, 2024. The event will be a key opportunity for blockchain startups to showcase their innovations, seek investment and network with industry leaders, and is free for all attendees.
The competition, which will run from 9 AM to 8 PM, promises to be a day packed with opportunities for both startups and investors. The event schedule includes an opening and brunch at 9:30 AM, lunch at 1 PM, and an after-party sponsored by Pizza DAO (Pizza Angels) from 6 PM to 8 PM. This comprehensive program will allow ample time for presentations, networking, and fostering connections within the blockchain community.
The highlight of the announcement is the partnership between Bitcoin Startup Lab and BitAngels at this Bitcoin 2024 Nashville satellite event. This collaboration marks an important step towards fostering and accelerating innovation in the fintech sector. Albert Liang, head of Bitcoin Startup Lab, emphasized the importance of this partnership, saying, “The partnership between BSL and BitAngels has been long overdue. We have been well-preparing founders for fundraising for several years through education, mentorship and marketing. We are excited to add value to the BitAngels ecosystem while giving founders the opportunity to meet the best names and funds in financial technology.”
The event will feature an incredible line-up of hosts and special guests, including BitAngels Founder Michael Terpin, Tokenize! Global Director Joyce Chow, and Alyze Sam, the newly appointed Global Director of BitAngels. Renowned AI architect and new Nashville City Leader for BitAngels, Dr. Adel Elmessiry, will also play a key role in the event. Special guests include Wikipedia co-founder Larry Sanger, MarketLeverage Chairman Shane Hackett, and Bad Crypto Podcast co-host Travis Wright.
Alize Sam expressed her enthusiasm for the event: “It is an honor to begin my role at this event and I look forward to connecting with great minds who will foster innovation and drive the future of blockchain.” This sentiment highlights the event’s potential to spur growth and innovation in the blockchain field.
Dr. Adel Elmesily further emphasized the importance of the event, stating, “I am excited to serve as a speaker, judge, city leader and VC for BitAngels Nashville. BitAngels is a globally recognized brand, and we are excited to provide on-site training, mentoring, education and technical support from our local incubator to budding founders in the FinTech and AI space.”
The pitch competition is open to blockchain startups and they are encouraged to apply via the BitAngels Network website. The platform offers startups an unparalleled opportunity to gain exposure, 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 worldwide. Their mission of connecting entrepreneurs, investors and communities to accelerate blockchain adoption is perfectly aligned with the goals of this pitch competition.
The choice of venue, the Nashville Entrepreneurship Center, made the event even more meaningful: since 2010, the center has been a key hub for turning entrepreneurs’ ideas into reality, providing the resources and connections startups need to succeed.
As the blockchain and cryptocurrency industry continues to evolve and gain mainstream attention, events like this pitch competition will play a key role in shaping the future of financial technology. By bringing together startups, investors and industry experts, the BitAngels Network fosters the right environment for innovation and growth in the blockchain space.
If you’re interested, you can find out more about the event and register here.
