Path to the Pitch: A Panel Discussion with NVC Alumni

Curious about how to succeed in the New Venture Competition? 🚀

Hear from alumni as they share insider tips on preparing your pitch, navigating each round, and making the most of feedback. Learn how NVC shaped their ventures, provided external opportunities, and inspired them to continue on their Innovator's Journey.

Special guest panelists include past NVC alumni: Aditya Loganathan of GuideGuard & PoliCare, Margaret Pittman of Victory Lane, Christine Wenzel of HeartWise, Lingchen Kong of Ellexco, Lilla Reinertson of Lulupoo, Andres Villareal of Shpapi Vision and Bhakthi Sahgal of Oncovana.

Date: October 14th, 2025

Time: 12:30 P.M - 1:30 P.M

Place: Western Market - 2000 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington DC, 10th Floor

This event may apply as an Innovator's Academy Elective Session - 0.5 point