LaunchCon with StartUP Columbus 2025

Mark your calendars for Thursday, October 23rd as StartUP Columbus brings you a bold new era of entrepreneurship in the Chattahoochee Valley area. Experience the debut of LaunchCon, a one-day conference packed with keynote speakers, hands-on panels, and a live BizPitch competition awarding $40,000 in prizes. Please note, the convention portion of the event is TICKETED, while the evening pitch competition is FREE and open to the public.

Created by StartUP Columbus, LaunchCon is the next evolution of the city’s acclaimed BizPitch event, now reimagined to spotlight innovation, funding, and founder-focused programming.

• Expert-led panels on funding, growth & innovation
• Networking with founders, funders & business leaders
• Actionable insights you can use right away

EXCLUSIVE 50% OFF CODE with Meetup Membership! Contact Jason for details!

Link: https://www.startupcolga.org/launchconcolumbus

Date: October 23, 2025
Conference Time (ticketed): 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Pitch Competition Time (free): 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: The Columbus Convention and Trade Center
Attire: Business Casual