TAMPA, Fla. - TelAve -- Black Dog Venture Partners and the Life Science Women's Conference (LSWC) announced their partnership to host the Tampa Bay VC Fast Pitch, a special event taking place on Monday, September 14, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the University of South Florida in Tampa, Florida. The event will bring together women entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, angel investors, and industry leaders focused on advancing innovation in life sciences, biotech, medtech, femtech, pharma, women's health, and medicine.

The Tampa Bay VC Fast Pitch is part of the 2026 Life Science Women's Conference, September 14-15,2026, a premier gathering expected to attract 350-500 women leaders, innovators, researchers, and executives from across the life sciences ecosystem. The conference is dedicated to driving connection, recognition, and opportunity for women shaping the future of healthcare and scientific innovation.

For more than 15 years, VC Fast Pitch events hosted by Black Dog Venture Partners have connected founders with investors nationwide, helping entrepreneurs raise more than $130 million in funding. The Tampa Bay event will continue that tradition by providing selected founders the opportunity to pitch directly to an audience of active investors while building valuable relationships within the life sciences community.

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"Partnering with the Life Science Women's Conference creates an extraordinary opportunity to spotlight women founders who are driving innovation in healthcare, biotechnology, and life sciences," said Anne Dort, COO of Black Dog Venture Partners and Co-Host of VC Fast Pitch. "Our mission has always been to help entrepreneurs connect with the capital, expertise, and relationships they need to grow. By bringing investors and groundbreaking women-led companies together in one room, we are creating meaningful opportunities for innovation, investment, and impact."

The partnership reflects a shared commitment to advancing women leaders and entrepreneurs in one of the world's most dynamic and transformative industries.

"The Life Science Women's Conference was created by professional life Science Women to celebrate and elevate women who are shaping the future of life sciences," said Carol Raymond, Special Program Director of the Life Science Women's Conference. "Partnering with Black Dog Venture Partners and VC Fast Pitch adds an exciting dimension to our conference by providing founders direct access to investors and strategic partners. Together, we are creating a platform that helps innovative companies gain visibility, accelerate growth, and build the relationships that move our industry forward.

Entrepreneurs interested in presenting at the event are encouraged to apply for a pitching opportunity. Attendees will gain access to investor networking, startup presentations, industry insights, and connections with leaders across the life sciences ecosystem.

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Event Details

Tampa Bay VC Fast Pitch at the Life Science Women's Conference
Date: Monday, September 14, 2026
Time: 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Location: University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida

For registration and event information, visit:
VC Fast Pitch Registration: https://2026TampaVCFastPitch.eventbrite.com
Life Science Women's Conference: https://www.lifesciconf.com/

About Black Dog Venture Partners

Black Dog Venture Partners is a business accelerator and venture ecosystem builder dedicated to helping entrepreneurs scale innovation and connect with investors. Through its nationally recognized VC Fast Pitch events, Black Dog Venture Partners has created opportunities for startups and investors to connect, collaborate, and grow.

About the Life Science Women's Conference

The Life Science Women's Conference is a premier event dedicated to empowering women in biotech, pharma, medtech, femtech, women's health, and related life science sectors. The conference brings together thought leaders, innovators, executives, investors, and entrepreneurs to foster collaboration, leadership, and opportunity across the industry.