Mainstage · Business Shower

Warrior Rising Pitch Competition.

Veteran entrepreneurs pitch their businesses live on the MCON mainstage. The competition returns for 2026 — judges and finalists to be announced.

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The Launchpad

Veterans Take the Mainstage.

Veterans take the mainstage at MCON! Warrior Rising is proud to offer our top-performing veteran entrepreneurs the opportunity of a lifetime: to pitch their business LIVE on the mainstage at MCON.

From corporate partners and military supporters to media and influencers — this is more than a pitch. It’s a chance to showcase their grit, innovation, and growth in front of a national audience during the expo portion of the event.

Selected entrepreneurs will represent the very best of our Warrior Academy and Business Shower programs. Backed by months of mentorship, pitch coaching, and real-world business development, they’ll demonstrate the power of veteran-led entrepreneurship in front of a high-impact crowd.

This isn’t just a platform. It’s a launchpad.

2025 Judges

The Panel.

Last year’s judging panel (Oct 25, 2025). The 2026 panel will be announced soon.

DG

Capt. Dan Goldenberg

U.S. Navy (ret.) · President, Call of Duty Endowment

MN

Mike Nemke

Co-Founder, Function Health

CB

Ché Bolden

CEO, The Charles F. Bolden Group · Executive Chair, Inter Astra

DR

David Reid

Owner & CEO, Terra Arma

MR

Mike Rausch

Director of Recruiting, Fastenal

LK

Lisa Kalkes

U.S. Army Veteran · CMO & VP of Public Affairs, Veteran Benefits Guide (VBG)

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