The InnovateABLE pitchfest will be held July 26 th in recognition of ADA34 commemorating the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Participating companies represent the cutting edge in accessible technology and innovations that can be introduced through the destination marketing channel.

When: July 26 th , 2024

Where: Via Zoom

What: A 3 minute video pitch from the company with a 7 minute Q/A with a panel of judges
comprised of investors and travel industry professionals
Time: 10AM PDT- 12PM PDT

The Judges

Investors:

• Chris Maher: Founder, Samaritan Partners Investment Fund
• Caryl Stern: Chief Impact Officer, LionTree Capital
• Laszlo Horvath: Partner, Vespucci Partners Venture Fund, leads recruitment for innovative startups to pitch from the center stage at 2024 CES in Las Vegas.
• Olivia Tomaszewski: Account Manager, AARP AgeTech Collaborative Ecosystem

Travel Industry Professionals:

• Betty Seigel: founder/organizer of the LEAD Conference, attendees include 900 museum, arts and culture organizations)
• Don Welsh: President and CEO, Destinations International (700+destinations around
  the world)
• Ron Pettit: Director Disability, Inclusion and ADA Compliance, Royal Caribbean Group
• Zach Curry: VP Rooms Operations and Guest Experience, Marriott Corporation.

2024 Finalists To Be Announced June 1st.

Titanium Partners

Platinum Partners

Gold Partners

Silver Partners