Food Industry Pitch Competition

Showcase What's Next
Calling All Early-Stage Innovators

FMI Midwinter is where the food industry’s most influential leaders gather to explore what’s next and the FMItech Pitch Competition puts emerging technology front and center.

If you're an early-stage startup with a bold solution built for food retail, this is your moment to stand out. Submit your application and pitch video to compete live in front of top executives, investors, and decision-makers shaping the future of food.

Finalists Receive

• Complimentary registration to the 2026 FMI Midwinter Executive Conference.
• Complimentary slot in our exclusive B2B program, the FMItech Exchange.

Entry Criteria

• Company must has received less than $5 million in funding.
• Submit a three-minute pitch video.
• Complete application by September 5, 2025.

Pitch Session Details

• Three finalists will share pitches on Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at FMI Midwinter.
• Each pitch will last five minutes with five-to-seven minutes for finalist group Q&A.

Pitch Competition Judges

Previous Winners

Prior competitors shared their expertise in automation, workforce solutions, robotics, AI-target loyalty, monitoring, digital receipts and coupons. We look forward to your innovations focused on assisting food industry companies in achieving their business objectives and meeting consumer expectations.