4th Annual P21 VMS Pitch Challenge

The 4th Annual P21 VMS Pitch Challenge highlights El Paso’s growing innovation ecosystem by giving local tech-driven founders, startups, and students building technology ventures the opportunity to pitch their groundbreaking ideas to a panel of expert judges and industry leaders.

Participants will engage in four pitch preparation sessions beginning April 11th, where they will receive guidance and mentorship to strengthen their business concepts and presentations ahead of the competition.

The P21 VMS Pitch Challenge offers innovators the chance to gain valuable exposure and compete for pre-seed capital, helping founders access the resources and support needed to move their startups forward.

*Ventures, Judges, and Innovation Panelists soon to be announced!

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Interested in pitching? Deadline to apply is Wed, April 8, 2026

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

UTEP Campus: Tomás Rivera Conference Center, Union Bldg. East, El Paso, United States

Concerts, fests, parties, meetups - all the happenings, one place.

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