Invest in Christ-Centered Ventures That Change Lives
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For 10 years, we have connected faith-driven investors with impactful ventures at our pitch conference and competition. Learn more about our 10th anniversary, 2025 event below!
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10th Annual Pitch Competition and ConferenceThe Lion's Den 2025 was a two-day immersive event where faith-driven investors, entrepreneurs, and business leaders connected to fund and scale redemptive businesses.
Key Event Highlights:
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2025 KEYNOTE2025 Lion's Den Keynote Speaker,
Nick Vujicic! Nick's incredible story of resilience, faith, and perseverance has inspired millions around the world. As a world-renowned speaker, best-selling author, and leader, he challenges us to embrace life without limits. This was an unforgettable and inspiring keynote that we hope resonated with entrepreneurs, business leaders, and anyone passionate about faith-driven impact.
Read more about his ministry and impact below! |
2025 Pitch Competition Winners
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Congratulations to our 2025 winners! We were honored that you got to pitch your incredible, kingdom-focused companies on our stage and look forward to see the meaningful impact that you will make as you faithfully carry out His work.
Best Financial Impact: MyCabinet and Delia Passi Best Kingdom Impact: Water4 and Matt Hangen Overall Winner: Forte and Vineet Rajan |
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Read More About All 10 Pitch Companies
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Each year, The Lion’s Den DFW showcases a select group of faith-driven entrepreneurs who pitch their businesses to a panel of seasoned investors. These companies represent a wide range of industries but share a common goal: to create redemptive impact through scalable, mission-aligned ventures. Learn more about our 10 finalist pitch companies for the 2025 competition below!
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2025 Breakout Sessions
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Our 2025 breakout sessions offered attendees a chance to dive deeper into key topics at the intersection of faith, business, and impact. From redemptive investing and startup growth to spiritual leadership and marketplace ministry, these sessions featured practical insights and real-world experiences from industry leaders and faith-driven innovators.
Whether you are an entrepreneur, investor, or ministry leader, the breakout sessions provided valuable tools and connections to help you live out your calling more boldly. Learn more about our sessions we featured at the 2025 event below! |
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Conference Schedule
April 9, 20258:30am: Registration for First Time Attendees 9:00am - 10:00am: Introductory Track "First Time at the Lion's Den: Venture 101" 10:00am - 11:00am DBU Chapel Worship 11:00am: General Registration Begins 11:30am - 1:00pm: Lunch: Opening Session and Welcome Opening Session: Why Invest in Africa with Henry Kaestner Celebrating 10 years of the Lion's Den DFW 1:30pm - 5:30pm: Breakout Sessions Track: BAM in Africa (Keynote Theme) Track: Investing Track: Targeted Themes 6:00pm - 9:00pm: Off-SiteDinner: Texas Live! PBR Room |
April 10, 20258:00am: Registration 8:30am: Opening Session 9:00am - 12:00 pm: 10th Annual Pitch Competition 12:00pm - 1:00pm: Networking Lunch 1:15pm - 2:00pm: Keynote Speaker " The Hope for Africa in the 21st Century" Nick Vujicic 2:15pm - 5:30pm: Breakout Sessions Accredited Investors: Deep Dive Track: Entrepreneurship Track: Faith + Work 6:00pm - 9:00pm: On-site Dinner at DBU |
Thank You to Our 2025 Sponsors!
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