Applications Extended for 2026 Mid-Atlantic Capital Conference Pitch Opportunity

2026-11-09 · 19:00:00

1101 Arch Street, Philadelphia

Held in Philadelphia, the Mid-Atlantic Capital Conference allows 45 selected emerging companies to pitch on stage, featuring the live Lion's Den investment session.

The Mid-Atlantic Capital Conference (Cap Con), part of PACT Fest, connects emerging companies, investors, advisers and corporate leaders. Over two days, 45 selected companies will have the opportunity to pitch their businesses, including the Lion's Den live investment session. The event expects over 1,000 attendees from technology, healthcare, and life sciences sectors.

Founder brief

Who should attend

Founders building in SaaS, healthtech, and life sciences who seek capital should consider applying before the September 15, 2026 deadline. It suits teams ready to put their traction in front of active investors and regional corporate leaders.

What happens

Activity launches with the PACT Fest Reception at 19:00 for open networking and conversation. The following main programming runs at the Pennsylvania Convention Center, highlighted by the day-long Lion's Den where selected businesses present onstage and investors can commit live funding.

Who's in the room

Around 1,000 participants gather across the conference days, consisting of corporate leaders, regional advisors, and institutional investors. Forty-five emerging venture founders take the stage alongside fellow entrepreneurs from the technology and healthcare communities.

How to prepare

Refine your pitch deck down to concise metrics and clear unit economics, particularly if you are selected for the high-pressure Lion's Den format. Bring straightforward deal terms, know your exact valuation boundary, and be prepared to negotiate capital terms under direct questioning.

Organizer: Philadelphia Alliance for Capital and Technologies (PACT)

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At a glance

Format
45 companies selected to pitch, including the Lion's Den live investment session.
Attendance
1,000+ attendees, 45 companies selected to pitch
Sectors
Saas, Healthtech

Agenda

  1. 19:00 - 21:30 · PACT Fest Reception — Networking event bringing members of the PACT community together for conversations, food and business connections.
  2. 10:00 - 18:00 · Lion's Den — Shark Tank-style session where participating companies pitch their businesses and investors have the opportunity to make live investments.