Innovation Works Venture Expo 2026
Innovation Works’ Venture Expo is a two-day gathering of founders, investors, and ecosystem leaders driving the future of technology and innovation in Pittsburgh. The event brings together high-growth tech startups, capital partners, and thought leaders for meaningful connections, insights, and deal flow. From stage to networking, Venture Expo is where the region’s innovation economy comes to life.
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
10 AM - 5 PM (Registration opens at 9:00 AM)
Accredited Investor Only
Where Capital Meets What’s Next in Health and Human Impact
Kick off Innovation Works’ Venture Expo with a full day of startup pitches, investor engagement, and dynamic conversations showcasing the next generation of high-growth companies emerging from the Pittsburgh region in health and human impact fields.
Featuring 40+ investor-ready startups from across the region, Venture Expo highlights founders building across:
Healthcare and Life Sciences
HealthTech and Digital Health
Software and Consumer Products
Environmental Innovation and Cleantech
Social Innovation and Human-Centered Solutions
Hear directly from entrepreneurs tackling real-world challenges while gaining insights from investors, corporate leaders, and industry experts shaping the future of innovation.
The event will also feature:
A keynote speaker and featured panel discussions (TBA)
Dedicated Deal Room meeting space for investor-founder conversations
Networking opportunities with accredited investors, angels, and capital partners
Access to one of the country’s most active emerging innovation ecosystems
More than a pitch event, Venture Expo is a concentrated view into the region’s startup momentum, talent, and investable opportunities—all in one room.
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Day two is dedicated to connection and capital—a quieter, semi-private environment designed for meaningful investor engagement.
Accredited investors attending Venture Expo and AIRVD are invited to use reserved meeting space for deal conversations, founder introductions, one-to-one networking, and opportunity exploration throughout the day.
Hosted within the event hotel, the Investor Exchange Lounge offers:
Dedicated meeting space for investors and founders
Food and refreshments throughout the day
A concierge team to help facilitate founder access and introductions
Exclusive opportunities to learn more about the region’s emerging technologies, research, and innovation pipeline
Built for deeper conversations and high-value connections, the Investor Exchange Lounge creates space for relationships—and deals—to move forward.