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2024 Big Idea Contest Winners

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May 15 @ 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

2025 AgeTech BIG IDEA Finale Pitch Event!

Age Tech Big Idea Contest

Watch Pennsylvania’s brightest innovators pitch their ideas LIVE for a chance to win up to $35,000!

Pennsylvania is home to a growing senior population, and we’re on a mission to make it the best place in the world to age. That’s why Ben Franklin Technology Partners created the AgeTech Big Idea Contest—to spotlight breakthrough ideas that help aging adults thrive.

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, investor, industry supporter, or just love a good pitch competition — this is your chance to be inspired and involved in the innovation happening right here in Pennsylvania. Best part? YOU get to vote live for the $2,500 People’s Choice Award!

Thursday, May 15, 2025 | 2:00 – 5:00 PM | Live Zoom Webinar (Free registration required)

What to Expect

  • Exciting 5-minute pitch presentations from emerging startups
  • Insightful Q&A sessions with the judging panel
  • Live voting by YOU for the People’s Choice Award
  • Up to $35,000 in total prize funding awarded to 1–3 winners

 

Don’t miss your chance to help decide who takes home the $2,500 People’s Choice Award—live voting is open to all attendees!

Register here

May 15 @ 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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