Call for speakers
Take the stage at NEXT 100.
We're finalizing the September 16 panel and are reviewing a short list of investors, angels, and founders who can speak candidly about what is getting funded right now. Nominate yourself, or refer someone the room should hear from.
Submissions close Sunday, August 31, 2026, 11:59 PM ET
Who we're looking for
- —Partners at recognized early-stage funds
- —Prolific angels with a deep first-check portfolio
- —Later-stage or exited founders with scar tissue worth sharing
- —Operators with a sharp, specific point of view on early-stage building
All submissions are reviewed by the hosts. Seats are limited and confirmed by invitation.
Call for founders
Be one of the founders the room hears about.
A limited number of early-stage founders will be highlighted at NEXT 100 — named from the stage, introduced to investors in the room, and featured in the pre- and post-event recap content. Share what you're building and where you are in the raise.
Submissions close Sunday, August 31, 2026, 11:59 PM ET
Who we're looking for
- —Pre-seed to Series A tech and AI companies
- —Actively raising, or raising within the next two quarters
- —Live product, early traction, or a credible technical wedge
- —A founder who will actually be in the room on September 16
Submit a deck or a short link with your inquiry. All submissions are reviewed by the hosts, and selected founders are confirmed by invitation.
Press & media
Cover NEXT 100 — or moderate the conversation.
We are inviting reporters, editors, and media moderators to shape how the NEXT 100 story is told. Cover the event, moderate a live panel, or host a media conversation with the founders and investors in the room.
Inquiries close Sunday, August 31, 2026, 11:59 PM ET
Who we're looking for
- —Technology, business, and venture reporters covering early-stage AI and startups
- —Media moderators with experience steering live investor-founder conversations
- —Podcasters, newsletter writers, and video producers who reach founder and investor audiences
- —Outlets interested in first looks at the companies and deals being discussed on stage
All media inquiries are reviewed by the hosts. Press passes and moderator invitations are confirmed in advance.
Ways to get involved
Speak on the panel
Submit yourself or refer a speaker for the live stage conversation.
Be highlighted as a founder
Selected early-stage founders are introduced from the stage and featured in event content.
Submit a pitch deck
Founders raising now can share a deck for review and possible investor intros.
Investors, funds & LPs
VCs, angels, family offices, and LPs sourcing early-stage deal flow.
Media inquiry
Reporters and outlets covering the event, the founders, or the deals in the room.
Media moderator
Moderate a live conversation with founders, investors, and operators.
Inquiry form