The George Shultz Innovation Fund Finals will feature four startup teams who have been selected as finalists for potential investment from the George Shultz Innovation Fund. Each team will pitch to the Innovation Fund Advisory Committee, consisting of advisors, entrepreneurs, and industry experts. The George Shultz Innovation Fund provides up to $250,000 in co-investment funding for promising early-stage ventures in deep tech. The core mission of the 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.