9K Club | Final Pitch Competition 2026

9K Club Final Pitch Competition 2026

10 finalist teams competing for $10,000 in prizes.

Join DFW founders, investors, operators, mentors, and startup supporters for 9K Club’s annual Final Pitch Competition at Galleria Dallas. The evening features live finalist pitches, Q&A, networking, and an awards ceremony.

Prizes

Winner: $9,000

Runner-up: $1,000

The $10,000 prize fund is provided by RevTech Ventures. The winner and runner-up will be decided and announced that evening.

Evening agenda

5:30–6:00 PM · Check-in, refreshments & networking6:00–6:30 PM · Welcome & opening program6:30–8:10 PM · Finalist pitches & Q&A8:10–8:20 PM · Audience voting8:20–8:50 PM · Catering & networking; judges’ deliberation8:50–9:20 PM · Awards ceremony & photos9:20–9:30 PM · Closing remarks

Program timings are subject to adjustment.

Who should attend

Founders and operators: meet fellow builders, hear startup pitches, and exchange perspectives.

Investors and mentors: discover finalist companies and connect directly with their founders.

Community members and supporters: meet the teams and support DFW’s entrepreneurial community.

Arrival & directions

Level 1 · Suite 1140 · South end of Galleria Dallas.

Use the entrance near North Italia. Suite 1140 is across from Lane Boots and near GO! Games & Toys. Check-in begins at 5:30 PM.

2026 · The community behind the Final

9K Club brings DFW founders together in person to pitch, share progress, and build professional relationships. Our track record includes 11 events, 78 startup founders on stage, and 850+ attendee visits.

The 2025 winning teams

Pollen Sense · $9,000 winner

UNYTAG · $1,000 runner-up

Watch the 2025 Final

Watch KNWA-FOX24’s coverage of last year’s Final in Bentonville.