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November 12, 2026
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The crossroads of Kansas City’s technology and venture ecosystem
MidxMidwest (MXMW) is focused on creating the most productive interactions between the region’s early-stage tech founders, capital providers and corporate innovators. Launched in 2022 by Flyover Capital and Iron Prairie Ventures, the event brings together high-growth entrepreneurs, national investors, and corporate innovators to spotlight and accelerate the momentum of the middle of the country.
Each year, the event hosts 100 early-stage founders, 100 venture funds from across the U.S., and key ecosystem players for curated breakout sessions, over 500 pre-scheduled 1x1 meetings, and evening programming including a rooftop reception and small-group industry dinners.
With attendees from more than 30 states and a growing track record of capital formation and cross-sector collaboration, MXMW has become a cornerstone of entrepreneurship in the region. The event intentionally centers the middle of the country, elevating Kansas City’s role as a hub for venture connectivity.
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Wednesday, November 11, 2026 - TBD
5:00PM - 8:00 PM
Join us for the MidxMidwest Starty Party 2026 with drinks, appetizers, and live entertainment with MidxMidwest attendees as well as other members of the Kansas City tech ecosystem.
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Thursday, November 12, 2026 - Hotel Kansas City
7:00AM - 8:00AM
Active Investors Run Club at Loose Park
Optional morning activity
8:00AM - 8:45AM
Registration & Breakfast
8:30aM - 8:45Am
Welcome Announcements
9:00aM - 9:45Am
Breakout Sessions Round 1
1. From Pilot to Plant: The Critical Materials Investment Opportunity in KC
Speakers:
Anthony Caruso, CEO, Critical Materials Crossroads Engine
Ashlynn Horras, Capital Strategy, Critical Materials Crossroads Engine
10:15aM - 11:00Am
Breakout Sessions Round 2
1. The Sports Innovation Stack: Teams, Venues, Health Systems, and the Partners Who Connect Them
Speakers:
Jayson Cummins, President, Panasonic Connect
Maddie Allen-Kasten, Assistant Athletics Director for Marketing and Fan Experience, Kansas Athletics
Moderated by Kevin McGinnis, Keystone CoLab
2. Product Driven Development with Full Scale
Speakers:
Matt Watson, CEO, Full Scale
11:30aM - 12:45Pm
Lunch Programming & Networking
Tudor Ballroom & Balcony
Welcome Remarks
Panel with Polsinelli: Featured Founders
Moderated by Chris Simpson, Polsinelli
Seeing Around Corners: From Perspective Software to the AI Era with Scott Coons
Scott Coons scaled Kansas City based Perceptive Software into a $650M global business with over 3,000 employees worldwide. Since then, he has remained active serving on software boards and investing in and mentoring regional founders. In 2025, he stepped into the operator role again as CEO of CMX1, an enterprise software provider offering AI-enhanced solutions for safety, quality, and compliance. In this fireside conversation with Flyover Capital Managing Partner Dan Kerr, he’ll reflect on the founder journey, lessons from building and scaling outside the coasts, what he sees differently now as an investor, and how the opportunities for entrepreneurs are evolving in the AI era.
Speakers:
Scott Coons
Dan Kerr, Managing Partner, Flyover Capital
1:00PM - 4:10Pm
4:00PM - 6:00Pm
500+ Curated 1x1 Networking
All attendees must create a profile on Swoogo in order to schedule their own 1x1 meetings.
Rooftop Social Hour
Join all attendees for light bites and drinks on the rooftop.
6:00PM - 8:30Pm
Dine-Arounds in Kansas City
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Friday, November 13, 2026 - Sporting Park
8:00AM - 4:00 Pm
MidxMidwest is happy to collaborate with the Energy & Data Center Innovation Summit organized by the Kansas City Tech Council. The summit explores the future of sustainable infrastructure from next-gen data center design to cross-sector energy demand, policy innovation, and startup-driven disruption, this event showcases how our region—and the companies here—is shaping global progress. Join industry leaders and innovators for high-impact insights and connections at the intersection of energy and tech infrastructure.
MXMW 2024
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We hand-select attendees each year to create a balanced mix of founders, investors, and community leaders. We'd love to hear from you and encourage you to share this with others in your network.
Who Should Apply:
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Founders: High-growth tech companies (Pre-Seed–Series B) in the central U.S.
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Investors: Actively deploying capital at Pre-Seed–Series B
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Corporates/Community: Engaged in early-stage innovation
Application Deadline: Extended to October 12, 2026.
If you have received an email invitation to register, please do not apply. Secure your ticket using the unique link emailed to you.
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A Kansas City experience
Hotel Kansas City
1228 Baltimore Ave
Kansas City, MO 64105
MXMW is hosted at Hotel Kansas City, a historic gem located in the heart of downtown Kansas City.
MidxMidwest is hosted in the Tudor Ballroom with stairs and elevators connecting to the Presidents Ballroom and the Library Room just a floor down. We will also make use of the rooftop views for happy hour - hopefully outside if the weather permits!
The MidxMidwest room block will close on October 21st.
Register as soon as possible in order to access the room block. There are general rooms available as well as many hotels in walking distance.
thank you to our sponsors
Presenting Sponsors
CAtalyst + Breakout Sponsors
CATALYST Sponsors
Accelerator Sponsors
---- Staying Connected ----
Email info@midxmidwest.com with any questions.