FLYWHEEL INVESTMENT CONFERENCE
An annual event that brings entrepreneurs, investors, and community members together to cultivate momentum for growing companies across Washington State.
Join us May 20-21, 2026 for the Flywheel Investment Conference in Wenatchee, WA
ABOUT FLYWHEEL.
Highlights from the 2022 Flywheel Investment Conference
Flywheel brings together founders, investors, educators, students, and community leaders to connect people, capital, and ideas that shape Washington's future. Each spring in Wenatchee, hundreds gather to share insights, fund companies, and strengthen the relationships that power Washington's innovation economy.
Through live pitches, meaningful networking, and collaborative investing, Flywheel helps founders gain visibility and access to capital while giving investors a front-row seat to Washington's most promising startups. At the same time, it creates space for community leaders, educators, students, and professionals to engage with innovation, explore ideas, and participate in building Washington's economic future.
8+
years running. Pilot program was launched in 2017.
350+
attendees annually from over 100 organizations
97%
of attendees report making valuable connections
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Since 2018, Flywheel has invested more than $1.5 million in twelve Washington-based startups. Many founders have gone on to secure additional funding and build valuable partnerships. For founders, Flywheel is an opportunity to gain visibility, refine your pitch, and connect with people who can move your business forward.
The Flywheel Angel Network brings accredited investors together to invest in innovative, Washington-based companies through the annual Flywheel Investment Conference. Members review startup applications, select the top finalists to pitch live on stage, and collectively invest in one or more companies.
Be part of what’s next. You don't need to be a founder or investor to be part of Flywheel. If you're curious about innovation, entrepreneurship, or the future of Washington State, this is your space to listen, learn, and connect. With 350+ attendees annually from over 100 organizations across Washington State, 97% of attendees say they make valuable connections at Flywheel.
Flywheel connects partners to the people, companies, and communities shaping innovation in Washington, with deep roots in North Central Washington. Sponsor organizations become part of a statewide gathering that brings together entrepreneurs, investors, educators, students and community leaders to move ideas forward.
