Raleigh-Durham Startup Week 2025

Investor Matchmaking

Curated 1:1 Meetings with VCs | Applications are now closed (No walk-ups)

Founders meet with investors at Raleigh-Durham Startup Week

Meet Your Next Investor

Founders, are you raising now or soon? Investor Matchmaking at Raleigh-Durham Startup Week (RDSW) is your chance to connect with local and national venture capitalists looking for startups like yours.

Unlike traditional networking events, this is a highly curated experience. Rather than random drop-ins, we help you make meaningful connections with investors aligned to your stage, sector, and fundraising goals. Every match is intentional and meant to provide the best opportunity for a successful collaboration.

How it Works

Apply to be matched (separate from general RDSW registration).

Get paired with relevant VCs based on your company’s stage and focus.

Receive your investor matches and fund overviews by April 4 to prep in advance.

Meet 1:1 with matched investors for 20-minute, focused conversations.

A row of investors meeting with founders at Raleigh-Durham Startup Week

Applications are Closed

If you have already applied, matching is underway! You’ll hear back from our team soon with next steps, and you’ll receive your final matches by April 4th.