InnovateDC: 2024

State Finalists will travel cross-country to learn about innovation from national leaders and entrepreneurs.

The top ten Innovate WithIN teams will travel to Washington D.C. to connect with government officials, thought-leaders, and change-makers as they learn about entrepreneurship and innovation from people who experience it first-hand everyday.


June 25, 2024

1:00-6:00 | Guided Tours of Washington D.C.


June 26, 2024

9:00AM - 3:00 PM | Innovation Summit at Pinkston

This unique event will unite high school and university students from the local area with our Indiana entrepreneurs for a collaborative exploration of AI's role in education. Through engaging discussions, deep learning experiences, and solution-focused activities, participants will delve into the current and future implications of AI. The event will feature compelling speakers and a diverse panel of experts, enriching students' perspectives on the vast potential, capabilities, and challenges in this field. Ultimately, student teams will tackle a presented challenge and present their innovative solutions.

6:00 PM | Innovation from the Ground Up
Entrepreneurship Networking Event

This event will bring together D.C. industry leaders, global innovators, entrepreneurs, and government representatives that believe in the critical role that innovation and entrepreneurship plays in building the next generation.

The evening will feature networking and a panel of esteemed partners who demonstrate the importance of establishing an entrepreneurial mindset, bringing ideas to life, and encouraging students to continue growing their businesses.


June 27, 2024

9:00 AM | FedTech
1-on-1 Coaching

In this exclusive experience, students will meet with partners and other members of the FedTech team in order to pitch their venture and receive valuable feedback addressing gaps, opportunities, and next steps towards launching or scaling.

1:00 PM | Arlington Corporate Site Visit
TBD

5:00 PM | Hoosier Hub: Connecting Indiana Innovators in DC
Networking Event

This event will bring together members of the Ice Miller LLP and STARTedUP network with Indiana ties in order to connect our student entrepreneurs with resources and feedback to further develop their venture.


June 28, 2024

9:00AM | Pastries with our Politicians
Meet & Greet with Government Officials

2:00 PM | Washington D.C. Site Visit
TBD