UChicago Deep Tech Demo Day
UChicago Deep Tech Demo Day
A premier showcase of next-generation deep tech ventures, held during TechChicago Week. Hosted by the Polsky Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation, the event brings together high-growth startups, leading investors, national laboratories, and corporate decision-makers for a day of discovery and strategic connection.
The program opens with a fireside panel featuring Chicago tech leaders Jason Corso (Voxel51) and Chris Gladwin (Ocient, P33), moderated by Jeremie Bacon (Izou Partners). Live startup pitches follow across three tracks — Quantum/Hardtech, Healthcare, and Data & AI — capped by a two-hour networking reception.
Agenda
- 11:00 a.m. — Registration & lunch
- 12:15 p.m. — Welcome remarks
- 12:30 p.m. — Fireside panel
- 1:30 p.m. — Startup pitches (Quantum/Hardtech, Healthcare, Data & AI)
- 4:00 p.m. — Networking reception










