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2026 Venture Madness Conference & Expo

April 9, 2026 | 9 AM to 7 PM

$75 to $250

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Presented By

Invest Southwest Inc. dba Venture Madness

All Performances

The event features two distinct but connected experiences:

The Conference (inside the Herberger Theater)
An updated evolution of our signature conference, featuring:
  • Welcome remarks from special guests
  • Hosted kickoff discussions ahead of formal programming
  • Pitches from the region’s most promising Rising Star Ventures
  • Pitches from high-growth, Market Mover Ventures (Series A+)
  • Expert speakers and timely panel discussions
  • Exceptional networking in a truly unique setting


    • The Expo (outdoors on the Herberger Theater grounds)
    A vibrant, open-to-the-public community experience bringing together entrepreneurs, investors, service providers, and ecosystem partners, including:
  • Rapid pitches from college student-led ventures
  • “Pick of the Partners” rapid pitches nominated by community partners
  • Panels and presentations focused on trends, capital, and innovation
  • Exhibitors, meeting areas, and food service


    • — Where the Entire Innovation Ecosystem Converges —Later in the afternoon, the energy peaks as conference attendees flow out of the theater and merge with the Expo community — founders, investors, operators, students, sponsors, and ecosystem leaders all in one place at one time. This convergence creates a rare, high-density networking moment, with conversations sparked across stages, sectors, and experience levels, alongside live entertainment, winner announcements, food service, and an active beer garden seamlessly integrated into the experience.

    One Day. Hundreds of Connections. Billions in Potential.
    RUN TIME

    10 hrs

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