2026 Flywheel Conference Fund LLC

Where ideas grow into companies and connections turn into impact.

The 2026 Flywheel Investment Conference is accepting applications from early-stage companies with a presence in Washington state who are looking for funding. Six startups will be invited to compete live at the Conference on May 20-21, 2026 for a chance to win $150,000+ in investment awards, $50,000 cash relocation offer, and $5,000 cash prize for audience favorite.

The Flywheel Investment Conference is designed for early-stage founders who are ready to accelerate. Hosted each spring in Wenatchee, Flywheel brings together Washington’s investors, founders, and startup community for a competition that spotlights high-potential companies and fuels their next stage of growth.

Companies selected as Top 6 Finalists must be available to pitch live in Wenatchee, WA on May 20-21, 2026. For more details about expectations and program timeline, visit www.flywheelconference.com/apply

Startups apply to Flywheel because it delivers what early founders need most:

• Funding with aligned investors: A collaborative angel network that reviews every application and invests through a group process.

• A statewide platform for visibility: Pitch in front of hundreds of founders, funders, and partners who are actively shaping Washington’s innovation economy.

• Real relationships, not transactional connections: Engage with investors who ask good questions, offer honest feedback, and stay connected long after the conference ends.

• Momentum that lasts beyond the pitch: Finalists consistently leverage Flywheel for exposure, connections, and follow-on opportunities.

Flywheel exists to ensure that strong companies don’t get overlooked because of geography or network access. If you’re building something bold, solving a real problem, and looking for capital plus community, Flywheel is the place to accelerate your journey.