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LAUNCH
@ RESILIENCE CONFERENCE

Launch the premier startup showcase for early-stage defence and security startups to debut their groundbreaking technologies.​

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Apply before June 7, 2025 to be considered for the next event.

Why Participate?

Investors & Customers

Gain visibility from top defence, security, and dual-use investors and customers who are actively seeking new technologies and solutions.

Market Validation

Present your technology to an audience capable of providing valuable feedback and support for market entry.

Exclusive Benefits

Selected participants receive two tickets to the Resilience Conference and will be featured during the conference lunch.

Pitch Format

  • Presentation: Each startup has 6 minutes to present their company and product.

  • Demo: Products must be demonstrated with a live demo or a thorough explanation of features and capabilities.

Qualifications

  • Companies must operate in defence, security, dual-use, or resilience-related sectors.

  • Participants must be early-stage bootstrapped, pre-seed, seed, or series A startups.

  • Participants must appear in person at the Resilience Conference.

  • Participants must present a pitch deck at the conference.

  • Participants must engage in a pitch review session prior to the event.

Apply to Launch at Resilience Conference to showcase your technology, connect with key industry players, and accelerate your startup’s growth.

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Apply before June 7, 2025

2024 Launch Participants

Meet the six companies selected to present at the inaugural Launch at Resilience Conference showcase in 2024. Each of these pioneering companies offers groundbreaking solutions for the defense and security sectors. This September, these startups will debut their innovations that will redefine the future of national and global security.

FAQ

Does it cost anything to participate?

  • No, applying or participating in Launch at Resilience Conference is free. Selected startups receive two tickets to the Resilience Conference.

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Will there be interviews during the selection process?

  • Potentially. Some startups may be interviewed before the final selection.

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When will participants be notified?

  • Selected startups will be notified by 2 August 2024.

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Are there judges?

  • No, Launch at Resilience Conference is not a startup pitch competition. It is curated by the Resilience Conference team with assistance from trusted advisors.

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Can I participate virtually?

  • No, participating startups must be onsite and pitch live to the conference attendees.

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Will there be workshops for participants?

  • Yes, the Resilience Conference offers a broad set of workshops for all attendees, including those specifically for early-stage startups.

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