Grand Rapids Deep Tech is where bold ideas meet real impact by showcasing AI, robotics, healthtech, and advanced software innovations ready to transform industries. Hosted by Grand Valley State University’s College of Computing, this high-energy competition fuels research-backed ventures with mentorship, student talent, and direct pathways to commercialization.
Who Can Participate
- GVSU Faculty, students, staff developing tech innovations.
- Student teams refining prototypes and exploring startup pathways.
- Entrepreneurs and technologists seeking research-backed collaboration.
- Investors and partners interested in deep tech opportunities.
From Application to Victory
Whether you’re competing, cheering from the audience, or tracking the journey, these are the milestones that shape GR Deep Tech — from the first application to the final pitch showdown.
Timeline
Applications are open for early-stage startups across the Greater Grand Rapids region.
Drop-in workshop to help plan and refine your pitch. Valley/Allendale Campus, 5-7 pm, Kirkhoff Center room 2263
Drop-in workshop to help plan and refine your pitch. DCIH - City/Downtown Campus, 5-7 pm, DCIH room 445
Application deadline (11:59 p.m. ET).
Pitch material deadline (11:59 p.m. ET).
We invite teams to share a short, two-page document that highlights your technological innovation, key technical challenges (and how your solutions are unique), the market opportunity you are targeting, and the strength of your team. The aim is to tell a clear and compelling story that connects your technology to real-world impact.
Send your pitch deck to [email protected]
Final pitch competition will be hosted during Innovation Day on Friday, December 5th.
Awards
Membership to bamboo Entrepreneurship, Coworking, and Events Center for all winners
- 1st Place: $10,000 + 1-year free coworking space at bamboo
- 2nd Place: $5,000 + 1-year free coworking space at bamboo
- 3rd Place: $2,500 + 1-year free coworking space at bamboo
- Special Prizes for Runner-Ups
