The Finals
The 2025 finalists will be announced August 20, 2025. They will present their pitches on September 11 in New York City as part of HolonIQ’s Back to School Summit.
An inspiring day of innovation from purpose-driven ventures advancing teaching and learning through innovation.
Watch the final pitches and Q&A with judges, and vote in real-time for the Audience Choice Prize winner. Network with education entrepreneurs and edtech investors, and gain insights from industry leaders.
The 2024 finals
“The innovative solutions presented by this year’s winners are a testament to the enormous potential of the future of education,” said Michael Golden, Vice Dean of Innovative Programs and Partnerships at the University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Education. “These entrepreneurs are not only addressing today’s challenges but are also paving the way for the next generation of learners. Their success is a reflection of the creativity and commitment that drives the education sector forward.”
The Milken-Penn GSE EBPC Finals have been a hallmark event in the edtech industry for more than a decade.
The live pitch competition will be held September 11, 2025 in New York City as part of HolonIQ’s Back to School Summit.
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Final Pitches
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Award Ceremony
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Networking
The Back to School Summit
The 2025 HolonIQ ‘Back to School’ Summit will take place on September 10-11, 2025 in New York City, bringing together 500 CEOs and influential leaders from leading companies, major institutional investors, and global foundations for two days of presentations, roundtable sessions, and private meetings. The Summit will follow three tracks including private roundtables and dinners, fireside chats and panels, dedicated networking sessions and networking receptions.