Join us on April 13-14, 2022Our 7th annual conference will take place on April 13-14th as a hybrid event both in-person at Dallas Baptist University and virtual for anyone around the globe to attend. Introduced in 2021, The Lion's Den DFW conference has now expanded to a two day conference. Leading up to the main event on April 14th, we are dedicating an event on Diversity in Investing on Wednesday, April 13th. Following the event, we are hosting Virtual Exhibit Day on Tuesday, April 19th for everyone who registered to attend and have a chance to network more to companies around the globe.
Join us for this exciting conference as we help startup companies raise funding, learn from engaging speakers on future-focused topics, and explore new and innovative ways to connect and collaborate. |
Register
Register to attend the annual conference both in-person and virtually including our newly added Diversity Den as well as Virtual Exhibit Day.
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Become a Sponsor
Learn more about sponsorship opportunities for the annual conference. Limited spots are available. Contact us for more details.
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Become a Virtual Exhibitor
Pioneer with us the future of exhibits by hosting a virtual exhibit on April 19th to showcase your company and build your network.
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Agenda
Learn more about the schedule for this year's 2022 annual pitch competition and conference. The agenda is subject to minor changes prior to the event.
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Included with Registration
Virtual Exhibit Day
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Diversity Den
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Your Thoughts from Previous Years
"What a blessing to be able to attend in a virtual mode this incredible event!"
"The amazing jury, great Pitch Presentations... I enjoyed the Virtual rooms in order to connect with the companies.
I particularly was impressed and moved by Betos's presentation and his testimonial!
The project I liked most was Fundify and I also enjoyed Wade Myers insights on Teams."
I particularly was impressed and moved by Betos's presentation and his testimonial!
The project I liked most was Fundify and I also enjoyed Wade Myers insights on Teams."
"I loved the format and content of this event. So many good conversations and exposure to good things happening in innovation. Great speakers too. Women in leadership and the man from Waymaker Funds were my favorite speakers. Thank you for bringing this to Dallas!"
"The actual Virtual Booth process went extremely smooth for the very first event. We are looking forward to participating next year."
"Excellent event, excellent content and speakers, and great companies, but the highlight was the networking and hearing about the good that others are doing with and through their companies and investments. Well done!"
"Lion's Den was an amazing learning experience. I enjoyed networking and learning about the process of creating a start up. I can't wait for next year!"
"GREAT virtual event! For an organization to have pivoted a global event so quickly from live to virtual, was unbelievable in of itself. I felt more engaged with the information and presenters, and paid attention to sponsor commercials. Really like the new monthly breakfast networking meetings with multiple presenters."
"Great adaptability and change in event strategy during the COVID-19 issue. I believe it was handled exceptionally from a live event to a virtual conference. Thank you for your perseverance"
"The network dinner is an amazing event. It proved a wonderful way to meet both other entrepreneurs and investors potentially interested in our companies."
"Compelling content and great connections."
"Thank you for all the work you've put into making this conference a success! We've enjoyed our time so far and have made some great connections. "
"Great presentations. Speakers are AMAZING."
"I'm enjoying the virtual conference. "
