RAP XXII Founder Showcase & Pitch Night Coming to Wilson, NC on June 24

Entrepreneurs, Investors, and Innovators Invited to Celebrate the Next Generation of Startups

The future of innovation in North Carolina takes center stage on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, as RIoT Labs and NC IDEA present the RAP XXII Founder Showcase & Pitch Night in Wilson, North Carolina.

After months of building, testing, validating, and growing their businesses, the founders of the twenty-second cohort of the RIoT Accelerator Program (RAP XXII) are ready to showcase their ventures and share their entrepreneurial journeys with the community.

This exciting evening will bring together startup founders, investors, mentors, business leaders, and innovation enthusiasts for a night filled with startup pitches, networking opportunities, and emerging technologies designed to solve real-world challenges.

Event Details

RAP XXII Founder Showcase & Pitch Night

📅 Date: Wednesday, June 24, 2026
🕔 Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Location: Wilson, North Carolina

Attendees are encouraged to reserve their spot early and join one of the state’s premier startup networking events.

What to Expect

The RAP XXII Founder Showcase will feature:

• Live startup pitches from RAP XXII founders
• Innovative solutions addressing real-world challenges
• Opportunities to connect with entrepreneurs and investors
• Insights into emerging technologies and business trends
• High-value networking with industry leaders and ecosystem partners

The event celebrates the accomplishments of founders who have spent months transforming ideas into scalable businesses through the RIoT Accelerator Program.

Meet the RAP XXII Founders

The RAP XXII cohort represents a diverse group of startups working across multiple industries, including:

• Technology
• Manufacturing
• Healthcare
• Sustainability
• Emerging technology solutions

Each founder will have the opportunity to present their business, share their vision, and connect with potential investors, partners, mentors, and customers.

Why You Should Attend

Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur, first-time founder, investor, student, or simply interested in innovation, this event offers valuable opportunities to learn and connect.

Investors

Discover promising startups and explore potential investment opportunities.

Founders

Meet potential advisors, strategic partners, and collaborators who can help accelerate your growth.

Business Leaders

Gain insight into emerging technologies and innovative business solutions shaping the future.

Community Members

Support local entrepreneurs and become part of North Carolina’s growing innovation ecosystem.

The Power of Networking

While the startup pitches are the main attraction, many attendees know that some of the most valuable opportunities happen after the presentations conclude.

The networking portion of the evening provides a chance to connect directly with founders, investors, advisors, mentors, and ecosystem leaders. These conversations often spark new partnerships, investments, collaborations, and long-term business relationships.

Supporting North Carolina’s Startup Ecosystem

The RAP XXII Founder Showcase & Pitch Night is more than just a pitch competition—it’s a celebration of entrepreneurship and innovation across North Carolina.

By attending, participants help strengthen the entrepreneurial ecosystem by providing founders with valuable feedback, mentorship opportunities, business connections, and potential investment pathways.

This showcase also marks an important milestone as the first cohort selected through the partnership between RIoT Labs and NC IDEA, further expanding opportunities for startup founders throughout the region.

Reserve Your Spot

If you’re passionate about entrepreneurship, innovation, technology, and supporting emerging businesses, the RAP XXII Founder Showcase & Pitch Night is an event you won’t want to miss.

Reserve your spot today and be part of an evening dedicated to innovation, collaboration, and the future of North Carolina startups.

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