Join the Venture Club of Indiana for our annual NextGen-focused event, spotlighting the rising stars of Indiana’s innovation ecosystem. This year, we’re proud to feature student entrepreneurs from Innovate WithIN alongside founders from our member universities.

Who Should Attend: VCI members, investors, founders, educators, students, and anyone interested in supporting the future of Indiana innovation.

Agenda:

Welcome & Networking
Kick off the evening with refreshments and relaxed networking. Name tags will feature areas of expertise to spark valuable conversations across generations.

Opening Remarks
Hear from Venture Club leadership and a special guest speaker as we reflect on the importance of supporting and mentoring emerging founders.

Student Pitch Showcase
Enjoy rapid-fire pitches from 4–5 standout student entrepreneurs. Each one tackles a different industry or big idea with passion and creativity.

Mentor Swarm Breakout Rotations
Attendees break into smaller rooms to engage directly with the student founders in a high-energy, feedback-driven format. Founders rotate every few minutes while participants offer insights, connections, and encouragement.

Closing & Networking
The group reconvenes to continue conversations, forge new relationships, and enjoy an evening of intergenerational exchange.