Onward to 2025

We can’t stop talking about the incredible experience from this year’s Midcon VC Summit in Bentonville, Arkansas! To our sponsors, exhibitors, participants, and visitors—thank you for making the 2024 summit a resounding success. Your support, engagement, and enthusiasm are what make the Midcon VC Summit such a pivotal gathering for advancing innovation in venture capital across our region. Be sure to check out the 2024 summit recap blog written by Nathaniel Harding, Managing Partner of Cortado Ventures and watch the  2024 highlight video.

Our team has been hard at work preparing for the 2025 Midcon VC Summit, and as announced earlier this summer, we’re thrilled to bring it to the vibrant city of Tulsa, Oklahoma. With its dynamic ecosystem and rich entrepreneurial history, Tulsa is the ideal setting for our next summit, and we can’t wait to welcome you there. Details on tickets and the schedule are still in progress, and you’ll be the first to know when everything goes live!


Join The 2025 Midcon VC Council

Ecosystem builders from the Midcon (Arkansas, Colorado, Kansas, Missouri, New Mexico, Oklahoma, & Texas) are invited for an opportunity to join the Midcon VC Council—a select group of thought leaders, investors, and innovators who will help shape the future of the summit and Midcon VC. Council members will have exclusive access to summit week events, discussions, and opportunities to influence the direction of the summit and the broader Midcon venture capital landscape.

Click HERE to check out the Midcon VC Council Guidelines.

Click HERE to join the 2025 Midcon VC Council and throw your hat into the ring.


Sponsor The 2025 Summit

Sponsorship opportunities are open for organizations interested in partnering with us to make next year’s summit even more impactful. Sponsoring the Midcon VC Summit is a chance to align your brand with the forefront of innovation and connect with top-tier talent, investors, and entrepreneurs from across the country.

Check out the Midcon VC Summit 2025 Sponsorship Deck and Benefits Chart.

If you’re ready to start the process or have any questions, please complete the 2025 Midcon VC Summit Sponsor Interest Form.


What’s New from the Midcon Markup Podcast

Don’t forget to check out our Midcon Markup Podcast, where we dive into the latest trends, insights, and stories from the venture capital landscape. Our recent episodes feature engaging discussions with industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators, providing valuable perspectives that you won’t want to miss. Whether you’re a seasoned investor or just starting your journey in the startup ecosystem, our podcast offers something for everyone.

Ep. 18: Dedicating Your Life to Social Impact with Ed Long

Ep. 17: Seeking Competition & Winning Big on Amazon with Mike Beckham

Ep. 16: Championship-Pedigreed Founder Scores with AI for Nurses with Trent Smith

Ep. 15: Love at First Sight with Oklahoma City with Selena Skorman

Ep. 14: Operational Excellence Transfers Everywhere with Brad Richardson

Ep. 13: Obsessed with Expanding Access to Car Ownership with Brandon Stokes

Check out more on the Midcon Markup.


2024 Midcon VC Summit Photo Library

Relive the energy and excitement of the 2024 summit through our photo library. From dynamic sessions to unforgettable networking moments, we’ve captured the best of Bentonville for you to explore. Find the gallery below and enjoy these highlights.

 

Tuesday, May 7th 


Wednesday, May 8th 

Thursday, May 9th


Friday, May 10th

 

Thank you for making Midcon VC 2024 a remarkable experience. We look forward to continuing this journey with you and can’t wait to see what we will achieve together in 2025!