Apply to demo at FinovateSpring
Are you a fintech, tech, or bank with a new innovation? Apply now to demo. New startups to established industry leaders welcome.
Only at Finovate
Demoing companies are at the center of Finovate events, with two days spotlighting 60+ new technologies. And these aren't just short-handed pitches; they're real product demos.
As financial services expand, so does the featured technology. Demo lineups are curated for diversity, to offer something for everyone.
If you're working on something new for 2023, apply now.
And if part of that work includes climate change, diversity, and financial inclusion, take a look at our demo scholarship program.
Best of Show
Finovate is known for curating innovative technology showcases worthy of main stage attention. Yet, some demos have a way of creating a special connection with the audience, and these are the ones that win the highly-coveted Best of Show awards.
Some of the most recognizable names in fintech and tech debuted at Finovate and took home this honor. These are companies that grew into magical unicorns, were acquired in game-changing deals, raised jaw-dropping funding rounds, and more. Check them out.
For FinovateSpring 2022, winners included Array, FinGoal, Horizn, Keep Financial Technologies, QuickFi, and Spave. Learn more about the companies through the Finovate podcast and watch their demos.
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Demo Package
Finovate is committed to providing demoing companies with the best demo and event experience to drive measurable ROI.
- 7 minute demo on the main stage during the general session (single track0
- Physical demo stand in the exhibition hall on the day of your demo (includes monitor, internet and power)
- Two passes for your speakers to the evenT
- 60% discounted passes for your contacts and colleagues
- 20% discounted passes for your followers
- 30-minute one-on-one coaching for demo skills and format with Greg Palmer
- 10-minute demo rehearsal at the venue on the day before the event
- Chance to win the coveted Best of Show award
Demo Pricing
If your company is selected to demo, the demo fee depends on your business category. Please apply as soon as possible -- not only will there be more time to market your selection, but demo slots will also fill up.
Business Category*:
- A: Less than $3M in total funding
- B: $3M+ to $7M in total funding
- C: $7M+ to $25M in total funding
- D: More than $25M in total funding
- E: Any company that is publicly listed on any stock exchange
*Note: If your company has not raised any funding, choose the business category that matches your annual revenue. I.e., if your annual revenue is $10M, you would select category C.
Very early-bird application: apply before or on January 6, 2023
- Business Category A: $3,995 USD
- Business Category B: $4,995 USD
- Business Category C: $7,995 USD
- Business Category D: $12,995 USD
- Business Category E: $17,995 USD
Early-bird application: apply before or on February 17, 2023
- Business Category A: $4,995 USD
- Business Category B: $5,995 USD
- Business Category C: $8,995 USD
- Business Category D: $13,995 USD
- Business Category E: $18,995 USD
Regular application: apply after February 17, 2023
- Business Category A: $5,995 USD
- Business Category B: $6,995 USD
- Business Category C: $9,995 USD
- Business Category D: $14,995 USD
- Business Category E: $19,995 USD
Why Finovate?
Finovate's successful events are built on a few core principles:
Focus
The focus of Finovate events. Demos are shown on the main stage in the general session -- not in a track or the exhibition area like at other events. And lineups are curated for diversity and selectivity. Because of this, demoers have the attention of hundreds of senior fintech decision-makers at the event.
Format
Only demos. No shorthand pitches, no slides, and no videos allowed. A live demo is the best way to show your potential buyers, partners and investors how your tech can benefit them.
Selectivity
Finovate builds the demo lineup from hundreds of inquiries across the full breadth of new financial services technology. Lineups are curated for diversity, to offer something for everyone in the audience, something that they need to see.
Exposure
A powerful platform to find customers, network with peers, raise funding and discover partners. This includes exposure to hundreds of senior fintech leaders during the event and to 100,000s of fintech professionals via pre-event marketing. Add to that, lifetime coverage of company news, awards and wins by Finovate analysts to our robust community.
2500+ Track Record
Finovate is known for curating innovative technology showcases, and some of the most recognizable names in fintech and tech have debuted at Finovate since 2007.
They are companies that grew into magical unicorns, were acquired in game-changing deals, raised jaw-dropping funding rounds, and more. Check them out.
Inclusion
Leading companies and brands are championing financial inclusion, diversity, and sustainability to drive the change they want to see in the world.
That’s exactly why Finovate launched a scholarship program for sustainable fintech: To highlight and help the individuals and companies driving fintech forward through sustainable and equitable practices.
Selection Criteria
Finovate conferences are open to startup, established and public companies with new financial services technology. This results in a highly competitive selection process. Hundreds of inquiries and applications are reviewed when selecting the demo lineup.
While you may be contacted for more information, most companies are chosen based solely on their application. Please ensure the application is filled out as completely as possible with the below criteria in mind.
Development
Is the technology new or with material developments? Do you have a substantial announcement about expanding your technology's reach?
Originality
Is the approach original and innovative? How big of a technological/logical leap does it make?
Potential
What is the potential to make an impact? Disrupt the market?
Wow Factor
Does it make us sit up and take notice?
Diversity
What other applications are in the same space? Different is good.
Entry Date
Selections are made on a rolling basis -- the earlier you apply, the more likely to be selected. If we're seeing clusters of similar solutions, application date may be the tiebreaker.