In a series of fast-paced, strictly timed three-minute presentations, 12 early-stage startups will share how their innovative technologies are addressing important challenges in retail. The judges and audience will rate each pitch, and the top six startups will progress to Round 2. Here, the “Shark Reef” judges will ask each founder/CEO pointed questions about their solutions. The judges and audience will again rate each finalist, with a Judges’ Choice and Audience Choice Winner announced at the end of the session.
Startups:
Dov Kaufmann, Co-Founder & CEO, Tolstoy
James Theuerkauf, Co-Founder & CEO, Syrup Tech
Benjamin Benichou, Co-Founder & CEO, Drop
Fran Brzyski, Founder & CEO, Hark
Prince Ghosh, Founder & CEO, Factored Quality
Christina Czap, Co-Founder & CEO, Seer
Deepak Jain, Founder & CEO, Wink
Tope Mitchell, PhD, Co-Founder & CEO, ReflektMe
Judges:
Deborah Weinswig, Founder & CEO, Coresight Research (Judge & Emcee)
Matt Nichols, General Partner, Commerce Ventures (Judge)
Anna Barber, Partner, M13 (Judge)
Brooke Kiley, Partner, VMG Catalyst (Judge)
