eMerge Americas for Veterans
In honor of Veterans Day, we’d like to take a moment to express our deepest gratitude to the brave men and women who have selflessly served our great nation. Your courage, dedication, and sacrifices have safeguarded the freedoms we all hold dear. From all of us at eMerge Americas, thank you.
In honor of the sacrifices made and the contributions given, eMerge Americas is proud to highlight the resources available year-round to veterans and service members, including exclusive programming, entrepreneurship support and discounted passes.
Learn moreOur Commitment
We’re proud to announce the launch of the eMerge Americas Veteran Program, a commitment that extends through 2025 and will grow even stronger in the years to come.
This commitment is built upon three foundational goals:
Establish eMerge Americas as the Epicenter of Veteran Entrepreneurship
Our vision is to position eMerge Americas as the leading platform where veteran entrepreneurs can connect, innovate, and grow.
Champion Veterans’ Contributions to Innovation and the Workforce
We aim to showcase the significant impact veterans have on technological innovation and the workforce. Your unique perspectives and skills drive forward-thinking solutions and enhance workforce diversity.
Foster Collaboration Among Best-in-Class Resources to Create an Impactful Ecosystem
By encouraging partnerships between organizations, industry leaders, and investors, we seek to build a supportive ecosystem that empowers veteran entrepreneurs and creates lasting, meaningful impact.
Discover Our Program
We’re excited to support service members, veterans, and military spouses with resources designed to elevate their contributions to innovation, foster connections, and create pathways for career advancement in tech. Explore opportunities to showcase your innovations, compete for funding, and access resources tailored to your goals.
Veteran Startup Pitch Competition
On January 22nd, 2025, in Miami, we’re hosting a pitch competition. Six to eight exceptional veteran—and military spouse-led startups will compete not only for a cash prize but also for the opportunity to exhibit at eMerge Americas in March.
Veteran Startup Showcase
At our annual conference in March, seven of the best veteran and military spouse-led startups from across our great nation will have the opportunity to exhibit their innovations on the eMerge Americas expo floor at no cost. This is an unparalleled opportunity to connect with investors, customers, and talent among nearly 20,000 attendees from around the globe.
Veteran Employment Workshop
For the first time in eMerge history, we’re introducing dedicated programming led by our amazing partner, The Military Veteran. This initiative will train veterans seeking employment opportunities in the tech space and assist corporations in employing and retaining top veteran talent.
Dedicated Pass with Special Pricing
To further showcase our appreciation for the service and sacrifices of our service members, veterans, and first responders, we are offering a dedicated pass with exclusive pricing this year. This special offer underscores our commitment to providing you with meaningful resources that have a lasting impact.
REGISTERThank You To Our Program Partners
Interested in becoming a program partner?
Explore the opportunities here.
