Investors will gain exclusive access to high-potential early-stage startups and targeted co-investment opportunities at Distilled Intelligence 3.0 (DI 3.0) from October 13-16, 2025, in an invitation-only summit hosted by Frtify Ventures and Loudon County’s Department of Economic Development.
At the heart of this event is a $1 million SAFE note prize available to one of the approximately 100 handpicked seed to Series A companies pitching across sectors like cybersecurity, health, defense tech, energy and future-of-work.
DI 3.0 is designed to go past traditional pitch competition. In addition to curated one-on-one meetings, attendees will engage in panels, breakout sessions and networking with family offices, VCs and seasoned startup operators. All these in a setting optimized for relationship-building rather than transactional interactions.
Founders accepted to the program receive complimentary lodging and meals to ensure access to top-tier investors without financial burden. Applications are open through September 15, 2025, at DistilledIntelligence.com and are reviewed on a rolling basis.
This year, DI 3.0 also welcomes experienced startup operators who can offer strategic insight and potential collaboration opportunities to both investors and founders.
“Distilled Intelligence 3.0 is more than just another event – it’s a meticulously curated gathering designed to nurture the next generation of transformative businesses,” said Jonathon Perrelli, Managing Partner at Fortify Ventures.
Attendees will enjoy a full agenda that blends structured programming with informal networking, including keynote sessions, industry roundtables, and activities such as tennis, yoga, and fireside chats. The full speaker lineup and selected startups will be announced later this year.
For media or registration inquiries, contact kari@redironpr.com. Investors and partners seeking invitations can email hello@fortify.vc.
