The event will feature companies completing the first Synthe6 cohort, each presenting its progress, commercialization strategy, and next-stage opportunities. Participating startups are developing technologies across advanced materials, polymers, manufacturing, filtration, protective systems, and related industries.
More information on the presenting companies can be found in Synthe6's recent progress report.
Demo Day is designed to connect these companies with investors, industry partners, prospective customers, and others who can accelerate commercialization through pilots, strategic partnerships, and commercialization.
Synthe6 is a 12-month accelerator led by Bounce Innovation Hub in partnership with the Polymer Industry Cluster. The program supports advanced materials startups through commercialization advising, industry connections, technical and professional services, investment preparation, and targeted programming.
Attendance is limited and available by invitation only.
Investors, industry partners, prospective pilot partners, and members of the media interested in learning more may contact Investment Strategist, Mickey Swortzel at mswortzel@bouncehub.org.
The 2026 PNC Startup Showcase will be held immediately following Demo Day and is open to the public.
Several of the companies participating in the Demo Day will also be featured in Bounce's annual Startup Showcase, along with other companies from Bounce's programming accelerators and additional special guests. Tickets for the Showcase on September 24 from 5-9 PM are on sale now and available to the public on Bounce's Eventbrite page.