PitchMI Championship
One Stage. One Champion. $1 Million Prize. The PitchMI Championship brings together finalists from regional competitions in Healthcare & Life Sciences, CleanTech & Outdoor Innovation, Mobility & Defense, and Software & AI. Four teams compete head-to-head at 517 E&I Week for an additional $1 million investment and the title of PitchMI Champion. Presented by Michigan Rise Evergreen Fund.
Event Details
- Date
- Tuesday, April 7, 2026
- Time
- 12:00 PM - 3:30 PM EST
- Location
- Grewal Hall, 224 S. Washington Square, LansingLansing, Michigan
- Price
- Free
Target Audience
Associated Funding Resources
These organizations are involved with this event as hosts, sponsors, judges, or partners.
Spartan Angel Network
Spartan Angel Network is a group of individual investors, often MSU alumni and friends, who provide early-stage funding, mentorship, and strategic guidance to MSU-affiliated startup companies. Members must be part of the Spartan Founders Club and accredited investors.
Red Cedar Ventures
Red Cedar Ventures is formed and supported by the MSU Research Foundation, supporting early-stage entrepreneurs throughout Michigan. They manage four funds including the Pre-Seed Fund, Opportunity Funds, and Michigan Rise Pre-Seed Fund III, providing capital, mentorship, and board participation.
About This Event
One Stage. One Champion. $1 Million Prize. The PitchMI Championship brings together finalists from regional competitions in Healthcare & Life Sciences, CleanTech & Outdoor Innovation, Mobility & Defense, and Software & AI. Four teams compete head-to-head at 517 E&I Week for an additional $1 million investment and the title of PitchMI Champion. Presented by Michigan Rise Evergreen Fund.