Events
Event Schedule
Tech Meetup
We are excited to spread the word about a series of events going on in the SWFL business ecosystem!
Naples Tech Meetups have been very successful, bringing together business leaders around the idea of creating innovation, capital, and entrepreneurship in SWFL. The next one is happening July 22nd from 5-7:30pm at Wintrust Banking Center. For more information and to attend, please register at the link below!
24 Hr Hackathon & Pitch Competition
Ideas to Impact:
24-Hour Hackathon & Pitch Event
Presented by the Frank G. Daveler Entrepreneurship Institute
August 7–8, 2025 | FSW Lee Campus, Building K, Second Floor
24 hours to change Southwest Florida.
This is the region’s most inclusive innovation event — and you’re invited.
Whether you’re a student, recent graduate, or passionate community member, this hackathon is your chance to turn ideas into real-world solutions. No coding required. Just creativity, collaboration, and a drive to make a difference.
Over the course of 24 hours, teams will develop solutions to challenges submitted by local businesses, government agencies, nonprofits — or choose to work on your own meaningful idea. From policy concepts to product designs, creative campaigns to community improvements, all approaches are welcome.
What You’ll Do:
Choose a challenge from local partners — or bring your own
Work solo or form a team (teams encouraged)
Get support from expert mentors throughout
Build and test your solution over 24 hours
Pitch your idea to a panel of judges for a chance to win cash prizes
Cash Prizes:
1st Place: $1,000
2nd Place: $500
3rd Place: $250
Event Schedule:
August 7
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM: Check-in, team formation, and welcome
12:00 PM – 12:30 PM: Challenge presentations
1:00 PM: Hacking begins
6:00 PM: Dinner break
8:00 PM: Optional evening workshops
August 8
7:00 – 8:00 AM: Breakfast
10:00 AM: Progress check-in
1:00 PM: Hacking ends
1:00 – 3:00 PM: Pitch prep and lunch
3:00 – 5:00 PM: Live pitch event
5:00 – 6:30 PM: Final judging, networking & awards
Location:
FSW Lee Campus – Building K, Second Floor
Fort Myers, FL
What’s Included:
Free registration
All meals, snacks, and beverages provided
Free T-Shirt
Mentorship and support throughout
A chance to make an impact and meet like-minded innovators
Registration:
Questions? Email: davelerinstitute@fsw.edu
Open Mic Pitch Practice
Join us for an inspiring evening of innovation, community, and bold ideas!
Cap Table Nation, in partnership with the Daveler Institute for Innovation, invites you to a night of live pitch practice, creativity, and connection. Whether you have a business, an idea, or simply want to support local entrepreneurs—you belong in the room.
All are welcome to Pitch!
Minute on the Mic (the 60 second pitch) is great practice for your elevator pitch.
The 5-Minute pitch is where you can go further in your idea, with no presentation.
Fill out the form below to sign up for one of both pitches!
We are so excited for this pitch practice! Come be part of a growing community where creativity meets purpose.
The Details:
Date and Time:
Thursday, July 10th 6-8PM
Networking: 6-6:30PM
One-minute elevator pitches: 6:30-7:00
5-minute storytelling pitches (no slides): 7:10-8:00
Location:
FSW Hendry Glades Campus, Cafeteria A-119
1092 E Cowboy Way
LaBelle, FL 33935
Questions?
Contact: pitch@captablenation.com
Open Mic Pitch Practice
Join us for an inspiring evening of innovation, community, and bold ideas!
Cap Table Nation, in partnership with the Daveler Institute for Innovation, invites you to a night of live pitch practice, creativity, and connection. Whether you have a business, an idea, or simply want to support local entrepreneurs—you belong in the room.
All are welcome to Pitch!
Minute on the Mic (the 60 second pitch) is great practice for your elevator pitch.
The 5-Minute pitch is where you can go further in your idea, with no presentation.
Fill out the form below to sign up for one of both pitches!
We are so excited for this pitch practice! Come be part of a growing community where creativity meets purpose.
The Details:
Date and Time:
Thursday, June 19th 6-8PM
Networking: 6-6:30PM
One-minute elevator pitches: 6:30-7:00
5-minute storytelling pitches (no slides): 7:10-8:00
Location:
FSW Charlotte Campus, Auditorium O-124
26300 Airport Rd
Punta Gorda, FL
Questions?
Contact: pitch@captablenation.com
Open Mic Pitch Practice
Join us for an inspiring evening of innovation, community, and bold ideas!
Cap Table Nation, in partnership with the Daveler Institute for Innovation, invites you to a night of live pitch practice, creativity, and connection. Whether you have a business, an idea, or simply want to support local entrepreneurs—you belong in the room.
All are welcome to Pitch!
Minute on the Mic (the 60 second pitch) is great practice for your elevator pitch.
The 5-Minute pitch is where you can go further in your idea, with no presentation.
Fill out the form below to sign up for one of both pitches!
We are so excited for this pitch practice! Come be part of a growing community where creativity meets purpose.
The Details:
Date and Time:
Thursday, May 29th 6-8PM
Networking: 6-6:30PM
One-minute elevator pitches: 6:30-7:00
5-minute storytelling pitches (no slides): 7:10-8:00
Location:
FSW Collier Campus Auditorium, M-201
7505 Grand Lely Drive
Naples, FL 34113-8977
Questions?
Contact: pitch@captablenation.com
Naples tech meetup
Welcome to the second Tech Meetup in Greater Naples!
We’re bringing together business leaders, key opinion leaders, and investors to make Naples not just a great place to live—but one of the best places to do business in America.
Registration is required to attend. Please Register Here
Entrepreneurs First
Our desire is to connect existing and aspiring entrepreneurs with Business Leaders, Key Opinion Leaders and Investors in an effort to make Naples one of the best places to do business in America. Our objective is to help foster entrepreneurship and innovation in SWFL. We believe in community and synergy, to help existing and aspiring entrepreneurs build great companies from SWFL to the world.
Be Generous
We all have our businesses and projects to promote, but arrive to this group with an open mind and an objective to give to the community, first. Then magic happens.
Please Register to attend at this link: Register Here
Hosted by Cap Table Nation Canadian Liaison, Sebastien Leduc.
Open Mic Pitch Practice
Join us for an inspiring evening of innovation, community, and bold ideas!
Cap Table Nation, in partnership with the Daveler Institute for Innovation, invites you to a night of live pitch practice, creativity, and connection. Whether you have a business, an idea, or simply want to support local entrepreneurs—you belong in the room.
All are welcome to Pitch!
Minute on the Mic (the 60 second pitch) is great practice for your elevator pitch.
The 5-Minute pitch is where you can go further in your idea, with no presentation.
Fill out the form below to sign up for one of both pitches!
We are so excited for this pitch practice! Come be part of a growing community where creativity meets purpose.
The Details:
Date and Time:
Thursday, May 8th 6-8PM
Networking: 6-6:30PM
One-minute elevator pitches: 6:30-7:00
5-minute storytelling pitches (no slides): 7:10-8:00
Location:
FSW Lee Campus, Bldg K, Floor 2
8099 College Parkway Fort Myers, FL 33919
Questions?
Contact: pitch@captablenation.com
Naples Startup & Innovation Meetup
Welcome to the first CTN Innovation Meetup 2.0 in Greater Naples!
We’re bringing together business leaders, key opinion leaders, and investors to make Naples not just a great place to live—but one of the best places to do business in America.
Registration is required to attend. Please Register Here
Entrepreneurs First
Our desire is to connect existing and aspiring entrepreneurs with Business Leaders, Key Opinion Leaders and Investors in an effort to make Naples one of the best places to do business in America. Our objective is to help foster entrepreneurship and innovation in SWFL. We believe in community and synergy, to help existing and aspiring entrepreneurs build great companies from SWFL to the world.
Be Generous
We all have our businesses and projects to promote, but arrive to this group with an open mind and an objective to give to the community, first. Then magic happens.
Please Register to attend at this link: Register Here
Hosted by Cap Table Nation Canadian Liaison, Sebastien Leduc.
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JOIN US FOR AN EXCITING TIME OF INNOVATION, COMMUNITY, AND OPPORTUNITY.
Calling all dreamers, doers, and future business moguls in Sarasota, Lee, Charlotte, Hendry, Glades, and Collier counties! Cap Table Nation is thrilled to begin our Open Mic Pitch Practice Nights and Days – your new favorite events to ignite creativity, foster community, and hone your pitch skills.
3 LEVELS OF PITCHING
LEVEL 1: Minute on the Mic
Kick off the night with 30 minutes of rapid-fire fun! Get up, grab the mic, and share your big idea in just 60 seconds. No pressure, just pure excitement and innovation.
LEVEL 2: 5-Minute Pitches
Ready for more? Sign up for a slot to present a more detailed 5-minute pitch, with no presentation. Gain invaluable practice in a supportive, lively environment.
LEVEL 3: Professional Pitches
At this level, entrepreneurs can sign up for the opportunity to practice a full pitch with a presentation in a business setting. These will be pitch practice days including time for feedback to help entrepreneurs refine their pitches. This supportive setting is meant to encourage and help entrepreneurs put their best foot forward when pitching for funding.
WHY JOIN US?
Community Connection: Meet like-minded individuals, potential collaborators, and maybe even your next co-founder.
Fun & Friendly Atmosphere: We believe in the power of fun. Come as you are, enjoy the energy, and let's build something great together.
Practice Makes Perfect: Whether you’re a budding entrepreneur or just love brainstorming, our open mic nights or days are the perfect platform to polish your pitch.
sign up for Level 2 and 3 pitch practice!
Sign up to pitch on the date you want to attend by clicking “View Event” and filling out the form on that page.
Want to host a pitch event?
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