Startup Grind Fireside Chat: Thinking BIG as a Launch Market

Launch Week Event

Startup Grind Fireside Chat: Thinking BIG as a Launch Market featuring Landon Campbell with Drive Capital and Liam Reilly with KC Rise

Powered by Startup Grind in Collaboration with NXTUS and Accelerate Venture Partners

Friday, October 3 I Noon - 1:00 p.m.

Groover Labs I 334 St Francis, Wichita, KS 67202

Join us over the lunch hour at Launch Week with a Startup Grind Fireside Chat featuring two leading voices in venture capital, Landon Campbell with Drive Capital and Liam Reilly with KC Rise. Lunch will be provided as we dive into the realities of today’s Venture Capital landscape, exploring how investors think, what they look for, and how founders can approach raising capital with confidence.

Expect candid insights, personal stories, and practical advice for entrepreneurs at every stage. Whether you are a founder ready to scale, an investor curious about emerging trends, or part of the ecosystem that supports startups, this conversation offers a rare opportunity to connect directly with leaders shaping the future of venture in the Midwest.

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Guests will vote for five finalists to pitch (4–5 minutes each). Participation in the pitch contest is optional, but required applicants must attend a review session.

This application does not guarantee selection. Questions? Contact the Kansas SBDC at Wichita State: [email protected].

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Groover Labs, 334 Saint Francis, Wichita, United States