The George Shultz Innovation Fund finals will feature startup teams who have been selected as finalists for potential investment. Each team will pitch to the advisory committee, consisting of advisors, entrepreneurs, and industry experts for a chance to receive up to $250,000 in investment funding for promising early-stage ventures in deep tech. The core mission of George Shultz Innovation Fund is to help scientific founders turn their innovations into ventures that advance cutting-edge technologies, generate significant financial returns, and create lasting impact for humankind.