CHESAPITCH 2026 - Get a Front-Row Seat to our Shark Tank!

Ever wondered what it takes to launch a startup in AI, Cybersecurity, or MedTech? Come to ChesaPitch and watch local entrepreneurs pitch their groundbreaking ideas to a panel of "celebrity" judges—including top investors and venture capital leaders!

Event highlights:

You're the Judge: This year features Audience Participation.

You won't just be watching; you’ll help provide feedback and "shape what rises."

Free Networking: Connect with industry leaders and professional investors right here on campus.

The Stakes are High: This is Round 2 of a three-part tournament. The top two presenters will move on to the "ChesaPitch of Champions" year-end celebration.

Free Admission: It is completely FREE for students!

Agenda

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Hosted By

Angelo Thalassinidis, GDG Organizer

As a first-generation college student, Angelo Thalassinidis knows how life-changing education and the right skillset can be. With over 25 years of experience in education and technology, he is dedicated to making sure students don’t just earn a degree but gain the skills they need in a rapidly evolving field.
Thalassinidis has a passion for social mobility efforts and creating impactful degrees, certifications and industry partnerships that bridge the gap between academia and the tech industry.
He has built academic programs in high-demand fields like business intelligence, artificial intelligence (AI), and information systems. He brings real-world experience to these programs. Thalassinidis led multimillion-dollar projects and corporate ventures in business intelligence, data warehousing and DSS with MCI Systemhouse, EDS, ATT GIS and various startups in Europe and the U.S.
He is also a leader in the local tech scene. Thalassinidis is a Board member in several organization and an organizer for Google Development Groups of Baltimore and Annapolis dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where tech enthusiasts, developers and entrepreneurs can connect, learn and innovate. He is also organizer of events like the StartathonAI (an intensive, multi-day hybrid event designed to immerse participants in the practical application of Large Language Models for real-world entrepreneurship), Chesapeake Innovation Summit, Chesapeake Workforce Summit, and DevFest Annapolis that offer opportunities to engage with the latest in AI, data analytics and emerging technologies.

Jesse Alton,

James Gibbons, Co-Organizer

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