KPMG Tech Innovator in the US

Make bold moves

The future doesn’t change by accident. It changes when innovators move ideas forward. For the past six years, we’ve introduced hundreds of bold technology entrepreneurs and innovations that are making a difference in the world in the KPMG Tech Innovator Competition.

Now you have the opportunity to make that next step in the 2026 competition. It brings together some of the world’s most promising and bold technology innovators — founders and entrepreneurs like you who are challenging assumptions and building solutions to real-world challenges that may not have been imagined by others.

If your tech solution has the potential to transform industries, empower communities or redefine markets, and you’re ready for growth — the competition offers visibility, credibility and connections with global technology leaders and investors. It’s your platform to demonstrate the impact of your innovation at scale.

If you're ready to push the limits and take your tech innovation to the next level, we want to hear from you!

Step forward. Stand out. And make the future a reality.

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Here are some of the potential benefits

Visibility and exposure

Introduce your innovation and business on a prestigious platform, reaching a national and global audience of industry professionals, investors, potential partners and customers. Increase your company’s presence locally through targeted business and social media coverage that reaches key tech and business influencers across your country.

Validation and recognition

Strengthen your credibility in the tech industry and among potential investors, partners and customers by earning recognition and validation for your innovation as a finalist – or potential winner – in national and global pitch competitions.

Networking opportunities

Tap into a powerful hub for collaboration and knowledge-sharing. Build meaningful connections with fellow tech innovators, engage with seasoned professionals and gain fresh insights that can accelerate your growth. Join a global peer-to-peer network of high-achieving entrepreneurs, where ideas are exchanged, partnerships are forged and opportunities thrive.

Mentorship and guidance

Gain access to KPMG mentors and advisers who bring deep industry knowledge and experience. Receive tailored guidance to refine your innovation, overcome challenges and successfully navigate the path to scaling your tech.

Media and publicity

Secure regional and global media coverage to amplify your innovation’s visibility, strengthen your market presence and attract potential users, customers and future investors.

Learning and growth

From the initial application through regional and global presentations, the competition offers powerful learning opportunities. Gain valuable feedback from judges and peers, sharpen your innovation and refine your presentation skills through real-world experience and collaboration.

Who are we looking for?

Tech innovators and entrepreneurs whose innovations and businesses are ready to reach new heights.

What are we looking for?

Tech innovations and tech-enabled solutions with bold ambitions to transform entire industries and make a difference in the world.

Why should you enter?

If you’ve created a bold tech innovation with breakthrough potential and are ready to scale up, this competition may be your most important next step. It’s your opportunity to showcase your technology, your vision and yourself to an audience of influential investors, partners and industry leaders.

Qualifications and eligibility criteria

Applicants are typically technology entrepreneurs who are successfully making the transition from the startup phase to the next stage in the growth of their businesses. They have developed innovative, proven technologies, established robust business models, demonstrated traction and have the potential to scale up globally.

To be eligible for the competition, you must:

Be a registered company in the country/region where the country/region final is being held.
Have been actively operating for 7 years or less (in the current form).
Generate revenue between US $1 million and $15 million; or have raised at least US $500,000 in equity.
Be either a pure technology or a tech-enabled, tech-driven or tech-led business.
Not be majority owned by a large corporate.
Be able to conduct all pitches in English.
Be available to pitch at a country/region semi-final event in the timeline outlined by the country of origin (if applicable).
Available to pitch virtually at a country/region final event in the timeline outlined by the country of origin.
If selected as a finalist, be available to pitch at the global final in November 2026.

For the complete 2026 KPMG Tech Innovator Competition Terms and Conditions, click here.

CARPL.ai, Inc. emerged as the winner of the 2025 KPMG Tech Innovator US finals held on August 20th, setting a new standard for innovation in radiology and healthcare technology. Recognized for their bold vision and pioneering advancements, CARPL.ai, Inc. is driving disruption and sparking excitement about the future of healthcare. As industry leaders and tech enthusiasts look on, all eyes are now on CARPL.ai, Inc. as they head to Lisbon, Portugal to represent the US in the Global Tech Innovator competition in November.

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