

GEW: NorCal AngelCon - Final Pitch Event
During Global Entrepreneurship Week 2025, presented by Western Health Advantage, we are excited to bring you NorCal AngelCon!
The Carlsen Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship will co-host up to six innovative tech-driven startups from the Greater Sacramento region in a pitch competition to win $100,000+ in equity-backed and non-dilutive funding at the second annual AngelCon.
Additionally, as an audience member you will have the opportunity to select one winner for the Audience Award for $10,000.
The event will take place in person at Connect Labs by Wexford at Aggie Square
Agenda:
5-6 PM Dinner & Networking w/ Startups
6-7:00 PM Investor Panel & Startups Pitch
7:30 PM Winner Announcements - Audience + Investment Choice
Startup Finalists
We are excited to announce our four finalists:
IntelVasc - Remote monitoring technology preventing deadly cardiovascular events by detecting vascular issues early.
Matrubials - Develops milk-inspired therapies for infectious diseases, starting with women's health.
Strived.io - AI-powered education platform that turns student data into clear, actionable insights for personalized learning.
Xironetic - Augmented reality platform transforming surgical navigation with portability, affordability, and clinical precision.
Student Lightning Pitches
Teams will be announced soon.
Accessibility: If any special accommodations are needed please let us know at least two weeks in advance to secure the needed accommodations