TUESDAY, APRIL 7TH, 2026

5:00 PM AT OFF THE RAILS

Get ready for the 3rd annual WooTank event! An intercollegiate pitch competition held in Worcester, MA, where student entrepreneurs from local colleges present their business ventures to a panel of investors, aiming to secure real-time funding and mentorship.

The event is organized by The Venture Forum, a driver of economic development across Central Massachusetts, providing startups with educational programming, expert mentorship, and strategic networking opportunities to help them build thriving businesses.

STUDENT ENTREPRENEUR TEAMS

Top student entrepreneurs from Worcester-area colleges participate in a pitch competition for pre-seed investment from localĀ angel investors.

The Sharks will ask questions, evaluate pitches, and offer cash awards in real time.

PARTICIPATING COLLEGES

2026 EVENT SPONSOR

Thank you to our presenting sponsor

For sponsorship or shark opportunities, please contact: info@theventureforum.org

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