Where innovation meets opportunity
BoilerLaunch is Purdue's premier startup pitch competition, bringing together ambitious entrepreneurs, industry leaders, and investors for an unforgettable day of innovation. Hosted by The Anvil in the heart of Chicago.
Life-changing rewards for winners
Ambitious entrepreneurs competing
Industry-leading companies
Intensive pitch competition
Competition Energy
Collaboration between student founders and judges
Networking Moments
Innovators, investors, and mentors connecting
Engaging Audience
Attendees fully engaged during the program
Founder Spotlight
Sharing the vision behind the product
Team Spotlight
Founders celebrating after their pitch
Live Demo
Showcasing real product capabilities
Venue: Coming soon
We'll announce the 2027 venue details soon
Why BoilerLaunch?
Experience the ultimate platform for startup success
Premier Competition
Purdue's most prestigious startup pitch event
Real Impact
Connect with investors and industry leaders
Innovation Focus
Showcase cutting-edge ideas and solutions
Proven track record
Past attendees
Join thousands of innovators, investors, and entrepreneurs who have made BoilerLaunch the premier startup event in the Midwest.
Join the community of successful entrepreneurs
Global reach and international participation
Connect with top-tier investment partners
YC, Techstars, and top accelerators since BoilerLaunch
Follow-on funding secured after BoilerLaunch
High-impact 1:1 sessions during the competition weekend
Your journey starts here
Why BoilerLaunch?
More than a competition — a launchpad for your entrepreneurial journey.
Pitch your vision
Present your startup idea to a panel of experienced judges and industry leaders.
Network & connect
Meet fellow entrepreneurs, investors, and mentors who can help take your startup to the next level.
Win big
Compete for over $50,000 in prizes, mentorship opportunities, and investor connections.
In their words
Participant experiences
Hear from founders who competed at BoilerLaunch.
BoilerLaunch was a real turning point for us. We came away with great friends, strong connections, and a ton of momentum, which even led directly to a meeting with Pear VC and several other conversations. It allowed us to put Foreko on the map, expanding our visibility outside of Arkansas as we continue to grow fast and scale our progress nationally.
Homero Ruiz
CEO of Foreko, BL '26 Alumni
BoilerLaunch was extremely helpful in crafting our pitch to be more effective and persuasive to the investors we pitched to after the event. Our team made real changes to our product and pitch based on feedback from the accomplished and experienced judge panel and founder peers at the event. Would recommend to anyone who is building something they think is ready for another set of eyes.
Rohan Tyagi
CEO of Evential, BL '26 Alumni
Ready to launch?
Applications for BoilerLaunch 2027 open in late November through early December. Don't miss your chance to compete for prizes, connect with investors, and launch your startup journey. Check back soon for the application portal.
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