Thursday, June 25, 2026, 3:00 PM - to - 9:00 PM CET
Netherlands
Global Tech Innovator 2026 - Dutch Tech Innovator
Are you the next Global Tech Innovator?
The future doesn’t change by accident: it’s built by innovators who move ideas forward.
The KPMG Global Tech Innovator spotlights the most ambitious tech scaleups from around the world. Now in its 6th year, this annual competition brings together bold technology entrepreneurs from over 20 countries, offering the visibility, credibility and connections with global technology leaders and investors to help take your business to the next level.
If you’re a fast‑growing business with the potential to transform industries, empower communities or redefine markets, this is your chance to pitch your innovation on a national and global stage. Apply for the Dutch Tech Innovator for the chance to represent the Netherlands at the Global Final against 20 other countries.
Step forward. Stand out. Shape the future.
About the Dutch Tech Innovator Competition
On 25 June 2026, KPMG is hosting the national competition for the Netherlands to find the next Dutch Tech Innovator. 6 finalists will be selected to pitch in the Dutch competition, with the winner going on to compete in the global final during Web Summit conference in Lisbon.
If you are a fast-growing startup or scaleup with a promising product or service and international ambitions, we invite you to pitch to our jury. This is an opportunity to showcase your company and be recognized as one of the Netherland’s most exciting rising stars.What’s in it for you?
What’s in it for you?
If you’re selected as one of the 6 Dutch finalists, you’ll get:
Recognition and exposure as one of the rising stars of the Netherlands
An exclusive dinner with finalists and high-profile jury members
Access to finalists perks, including pitch training and support from the Emerging Giants team
If you are crowned the Dutch Tech Innovator 2026, you’ll also win:
A spot in the global final, where you’ll compete against >20 other country winners during the Web Summit in Lisbon
Tickets for the Web Summit, plus your hotel and travel expenses covered by KPMG
Access to the KPMG international network, including valuable mentor hours and media opportunities in Lisbon
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