UChicago Deep Tech Demo Day
The UChicago Deep Tech Demo Day is a premier showcase of next-generation deep tech ventures, taking place on July 20th during TechChicago Week.
Set against the backdrop of a city rapidly establishing itself as a national hub for quantum infrastructure and advanced research, the event convenes high-growth startups, leading investors, national laboratories, and corporate decision-makers in an environment designed for strategic connection and discovery.
The program will open with a fireside discussion featuring some of Chicago’s leading technology entrepreneurs and ecosystem builders, exploring the opportunities and challenges shaping the future of deep tech innovation and commercialization.
Attendees will then hear live startup pitches from emerging ventures spanning quantum and hardtech, healthcare, data science, and AI.
The day concludes with an extended networking reception designed to foster meaningful connections among founders, investors, corporate leaders, researchers, and innovation partners.
Join us to explore new investment opportunities, learn how deep tech is reshaping industries on a global scale, and engage with a diverse community of tech leaders.
Agenda
11:00 a.m. —12:15 p.m. // Registration & Lunch
12:15 p.m. —12:30 p.m. // Welcome Remarks
12:30—1:15 p.m. // Opening Fireside Panel Discussion
- Chris Gladwin, founder and executive chairman, Ocient, board chair and cofounder, P33, and at the Forge Parks
- Moderated by Jeremie Bacon, managing partner at Izou Partners, cofounder, George Adventure Parks
1:30—3:50 p.m. // Pitches
- 1:30—2:15 p.m. // Quantum/Hardtech
- 2:20—3:05 p.m. // Healthcare
- 3:10—3:50 p.m. // Data & AI
4:00—6:00 p.m. // Networking Reception
