LIFT OFF | Demo Day

The launch of what’s next.

Over the past five weeks, Draper University has been home to our newest batch of residency founders—builders working on technologies that will reshape industries and redefine what’s possible.

From deep tech and AI to robotics, defense, and healthcare, these founders have spent long nights turning bold ideas into real prototypes and early traction. Collectively, they’ve raised $35 million in pre-seed funding and are now gearing up for their seed rounds.

This is our 31st batch since Tim Draper founded Draper University in 2012. The launch of what’s next.

On the Docket

This demo day is split into 2 sections, starting with opening remarks & a keynote speech by Tim Draper himself.

Part I: the frontier (9:00 AM)

We’ll open with the sectors pushing the limits of what’s possible—Defense, Space, Robotics, Energy, and BioTech. Founders solving the hardest problems. Problems that most people don’t even know exist.

Intermission & Networking (12:00 PM)

Part II: the human layer (01:00 PM)

The spotlight shifts to AI, FinTech, HealthTech, and Consumer innovation. Founders reimagining how we live, build, and connect at scale.

More Networking & Bites (03:00 PM)