SVS brings together 68 startups from 25 leading research institutions across the Southeast US, each selected by seasoned entrepreneurs, investors, and technology leaders. Connect with visionary founders, discover cutting-edge innovation, and see how these ventures are shaping the future of technology and entrepreneurship in the Southeast.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Thursday, April 15, 2027
7:00 AM – 8:00 AM
Continental Breakfast
(Lobby Concourse)
8:00 AM – 8:15 AM
Welcome Remarks
(Roots Theater)
8:15 AM – 9:00 AM
Panel #1
(Roots Theater)
9:05 AM – 10:15 AM
Startup Showcase 1 - two tracks
(Feature Gallery & Roots Theater)
10:15 AM – 10:45 AM
Networking Break
(Lobby Concourse)
10:50 AM – 12:00 PM
Startup Showcase 2 - two tracks
(Feature Gallery & Roots Theater)
12:00 PM – 1:10 PM
Luncheon and Panel #2 – University Support For Startups
(Lobby Concourse)
12:00 PM – 1:10 PM
VC-only Networking Luncheon
(Boqueria)
1:15 PM – 2:25 PM
Startup Showcase 3 - two tracks
(Feature Gallery & Roots Theater)
2:25 PM – 2:50 PM
Networking Break
(Lobby Concourse)
2:55 PM – 4:05 PM
Startup Showcase 4 - two tracks
(Feature Gallery & Roots Theater)
4:05 PM – 4:55 PM
Networking Break/Museum Tour
(Rivers of Rhythm)
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Panel #3 – University Endowments
(Roots Theater)
6:15 PM – 8:15 PM
Conference Dinner and Networking
(Sixty Vines Restaurant)
8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Organized Honky Tonk Tours
(Nashville Broadway and 2nd Ave locations)
