Marquette TechFest 2017
A SPECIAL OPPORTUNITY TO SEE THE RENOVATIONS OF THE HISTORIC MARQUETTE TECH DISTRICT AND CELEBRATE WITH THE FAST-GROWING STARTUP AND TECH COMMUNITY. LIGHT UP DOWNTOWN AS WE FLIP THE SWITCH FOR FREE PUBLIC WIFI.
Over 350 people came together last year. Don’t miss this one! Join us for this one-of-a-kind casual gala that celebrates the area’s tech and entrepreneurial community, supports downtown development, and recognizes Missouri’s best entrepreneurs.
Schedule of Events
6:00 p.m.
Reception and Demo Day
Welcome to the champagne reception! Meet aspiring tech entreprenurs representing over 20 countries as they prepare to compete for $100,000 in cash and services and the chance to build their businesses with the support of the community in Cape Girardeau. Meet youth and adults demonstrating their technology solutions from a hackathon for Big Brother Big Sisters and code studio earlier in the week
7:00 p.m.
Ascent - Codefi Reception
On the way to the rooftop, stop by the new home of the expanded Codefi coworking tech business center, the coolest tech-powered business environment around.
7:30 p.m.
Brief Program
~ Welcome from the Chairman of the Marquette Tech District Foundation, Inc.
~ Exciting Announcements
~ Flip the switch to free public Wi-Fi
8:00 p.m.
After Party
Head out to the rooftop balcony to meet special guests, international startup competitors, and continue celebrating the region's tech and entrepreneurial community to the sounds of Slim Chance!
But Wait... There's More!
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FIRST 50 TICKETS RECEIVE A FREE CARGO RIDE TO THE EVENT
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Open bar, great wine, and craft beer
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Heavy hors d'oeuvres by 36 Restaurant
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Marquette Tower and H&H Building Parking
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Rooftop party band
Join the Marquette Tech District Circle
The Marquette Tech District Circle is new group that supports the emerging technology sector. With this ticket purchase, you will become a part of this exclusive group that wants to increase their support to see continued growth for the region. Individuals in the Marquette Tech District Circle also receive additional benefits during the Marquette TechFest 2017 event:
- Free carGO ride to and from Marquette TechFest 2017
- Special recognition at Marquette TechFest 2017
- Your choice of Codefi swag
Location
Dates
to 27th July 2017 - 09:00 PM