Global Innovation Showcase: NISA Pitch Day 2026

Join us for the Global Innovation Showcase, presented by the Northern Virginia International Soft Landing Accelerator (NISA), an exclusive opportunity to experience breakthrough technologies from high-potential international startups before they hit the U.S. market.

Selected through a highly competitive process, these companies are preparing to establish and expand their presence in the Nexus234 Innovation District.

This year’s cohort brings together innovators from the United States, Israel, Japan, and South Korea, working at the forefront of healthcare, AI, advanced materials, and wearable technologies.

You’ll see innovations such as:

• Novel therapies targeting wet and dry age-related macular degeneration
• AI-driven surgical monitoring and at-home rehabilitation platforms
• Advanced materials for next-generation sensors and devices
• Regenerative medicine and immuno-oncology breakthroughs
• Wearable technologies designed to support movement and recovery

The momentum continues with Innovation After Hours, where founders, investors, and industry partners come together for an evening of insight and connection. Gain real-world perspective from an investor panel on today’s funding landscape, then network with life science peers and Chamber members representing key business services, from legal and accounting to insurance and real estate.

Don’t miss the chance to connect with visionary founders, explore cutting-edge science, and discover companies poised to scale in the U.S. market.