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2021 Aerospace Innovation & Tech Forum
ALL applicants must complete and submit the online PRESENTER APPLICATION. In addition, a one-minute compelling pitch video must be emailed to: [email protected].
The FINAL application deadline is May 14, 2021.
Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as selection is made on a rolling basis. Upon notification of selection, presenters must submit an additional five-minute video pitch (MP4 file or YouTube link) with accompanying slide deck (PPT). Five-minute presentations must be submitted upon notification to: [email protected]. Presenters will be scheduled to participate in a LIVE Q & A session with judges via webinar on June 10, 2021. Presentations will be shown on demand throughout the event.
About The #AITF21
This event is an opportunity to broaden the spectrum of early stage, Florida-based companies in the fields of aerospace and related technologies, as well as non-Florida entities with commitments to relocate to Florida, and/or other demonstrable engagement in the Florida aerospace & innovation supply chain. The Aerospace Innovation & Tech Forum will provide an opportunity for the industry to engage with the Florida Venture Forum investment community, including private equity, venture capital and angel investors. Presenter applications will be reviewed and presenters chosen by a selection committee made up of active angel and early stage equity investors.
Companies are invited to Apply to Present and compete for the Space Florida’s Accelerating Innovation (AI) awards, totaling $100,000. Selected presenting companies must have a focus in aerospace and related innovative technologies (see commercial markets listed below) to be eligible to compete for up to $100K in total allocated awards. The GRAND PRIZE* winning company will receive $40,000. The FIRST RUNNER-UP winning company will receive $30,000 and (TWO) SECOND PLACE winning companies will receive $15,000 each