MTC's Inaugural Demo Day

Don’t just watch startups pitch, engage with them directly. Demo Day is designed to give attendees rare, meaningful access to emerging companies in life sciences and technology. Unlike traditional pitch events where only judges ask the questions, you will have the opportunity to sit down with founders, ask what matters to you, and explore the innovations up close.

Event Format: 

Lightning Pitch Session  (9:45 AM – 10:15 AM)

• Each startup kicks off with a fast-paced, one-minute pitch to the full audience—no slide decks, just the essentials.

Five Interactive Engagement Rounds (10:15 AM – 12:30 PM)

• Startups host their own tables
• Attendees rotate between companies
• Each round includes
• 5-minute company pitch
• 15-minute attendee-driven Q&A

Expert Judging
Judges from life sciences and technology will evaluate startups and submit official scores.

Networking Lunch & Open Demo Time (12:30 PM – 2:00 PM)
The event concludes with lunch, open table visits, product demos, feedback, and recognition of the judges’ selected winners.

Seats are limited—secure your spot and be part of the conversation shaping the next wave of innovation.

Who are the Start-Ups?

• AllSci
• BenchLab
• WhisperSom
• Lugenica
• Rizkley
• Cameo
• Essurgi
• Optima
• And more!

Judges To Be Announced!

Sponsorship opportunities are available!  Contact Amy Speck at amy@mdtechcouncil.com for more information.

Title Sponsor

Maryland Department of Commerce

Host Sponsor:

US Pharmacopeia

Gold Sponsor:

Montgomery County Economic Development Corporation