Rising Stars
- Have fewer than 50 employees or FTEs
- Were founded within the past five years (2021 or later)
- Have a product currently in market or in market trials (FDA approval is encouraged, but not required)
- Have referenceable customers (customer quotes or video testimonials are recommended
- Have typically raised a Seed or Series A round
Each company can only submit one entry in the best-fit category.
Best in Class
- Have at least one in-market solution and can demonstrate significant growth, strong traction, and an established customer base
- Have 50 or more employees or FTEs
- Have typically raised the equivalent of a Series B round or beyond
While companies are encouraged to submit only one entry in the best-fit category, a maximum of two entries will be considered if there are multiple distinctive product lines. A company can only reach the finalist round in one category.
PLEASE NOTE: We offer the track criteria as suggested guidelines, not mandatory requirements, to help companies decide which track is holistically the best fit for their company.
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