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Fresh opportunities for investors. Accelerated growth for startups.
IMPACT Funders & Founders 2027
Co-located with FinovateSpring | May 5 | Gaylord Pacific Resort & Convention Center, San Diego
Watch IMPACT in action
IMPACT Funders & Founders debuted at FinovateFall 2026, bringing investors and startups together for a day of focused meetings, expert insights, and new opportunities.
- 225+ meetings facilitated
- 275+ minutes of content delivered
- 200+ investors and startups attended
Following a successful debut, IMPACT returns alongside FinovateSpring 2027 with more opportunities to connect, learn, and discover what's next in fintech.
Why attend?
Finovate showcases innovation. IMPACT helps it grow.
For 20 years, Finovate has been where the financial services industry comes to see what’s next, showcasing cutting-edge fintech through live product demos before it reaches the mainstream.
IMPACT builds on that legacy, connecting the innovators behind these technologies with the capital, industry relationships, and potential customers they need to bring their ideas further.
Investors
- Discover high-potential fintech startups and scaleups shaping what’s next.
- Meet investment prospects handpicked to match your portfolio goals through prearranged 1-to-1 meetings.
- Exchange ideas, insights, and strategies with fellow investors tackling the same opportunities and challenges.
Founders & Startups
- Meet investors who can help fuel your growth, whether you're raising capital now or building relationships for the future.
- Exchange ideas and get fresh perspectives from experienced founders and industry experts.
- Showcase your innovation through Startup Spotlight pitches and IMPACT Zone exhibit stands, and get in front of investors and potential customers.
Key features
Connection to grow
Innovative startups and scaleups meet with investors looking for their next opportunity.
Prearranged 1-1 meetings make it easier to find the right fit, helping startups build relationships that can lead to funding and investors grow their pipelines.
See the future
Discover what's next in fintech through the Startup Spotlight.
Selected startups pitch their businesses and emerging innovations to an audience of investors and fellow founders.
Experience innovation
Get hands-on with emerging fintech solutions in the IMPACT Zone, located in the FinovateSpring exhibition hall.
Startups showcase their technology and connect with investors and potential customers.