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The Lion's Den DFW 2026

April 29-30, 2026 | Dallas baptist university | Dallas, Texas

Technology and Impact Investing
April 29-30, 2026 | Dallas Baptist University


Technology is reshaping industries, markets, and the way we live and work — and the opportunities for faith-driven leaders have never been greater. At Lion’s Den DFW 2026, we explored how to steward innovation wisely, invest with purpose, and lead with conviction in a rapidly changing world.
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Through forward-thinking conversations on AI, job disruption, and the global gaming movement, we examined both the risks and redemptive potential of emerging technology — and what it means for founders, investors, and leaders seeking lasting Kingdom impact. Read more about it below!




11th Annual Pitch Competition and Conference

The Lion’s Den DFW 2026 took place April 29–30, 2026 at Dallas Baptist University, bringing together faith-driven entrepreneurs, investors, business leaders, and visionaries from around the world to connect, collaborate, and celebrate the power of redemptive business.

Throughout the event, attendees experienced impactful sessions, meaningful conversations, breakout discussions, and inspiring pitches as we explored the future of business, innovation, and Kingdom impact together.
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Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make this year’s event such a success.
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Congratulations to Our 2026 Winners!


We are so proud to announce this year’s standout teams and celebrate all they’ve accomplished throughout the competition. It has been incredible to watch their hard work, innovation, and passion come to life, and we can’t wait to see how God continues to move through each of their journeys beyond this event.

Overall Winner: Haiven
Best Kingdom Impact: reFrontier Group
Best Financial Impact: Theo App from Familify
Learn more about the 10 pitch companies

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Invest with purpose—support ventures that are shaping the world economically and advancing the Kingdom spiritually.


Our 2026 Keynote Speaker

Stephen Ellsworth
Co-Founder of poppi

Stephen Ellsworth, alongside his wife Allison Ellsworth, co-founded poppi, the modern soda brand redefining beverages for the next generation. From a kitchen experiment to Shark Tank and ultimately to the $1.95 billion landmark sale to PepsiCo in 2025, Stephen helped build one of the fastest-growing beverage brands in the U.S. Learn more below!
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Thank You to Our 2026 Sponsors!

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