The (People's) Pick

Nominate a Local Startup

Nominate a standout local tech startup company from the Pittsburgh innovation community in our "People's Pick" second round. The ten companies with the most votes get shared following the NFL Draft on LinkedIn.

Submit your pick right here by April 25, 2026.

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Vote for Round 2 Draft Picks In our People's Pick!

the community decides

We've started the Pittsburgh Innovation Draft with 10 amazing companies, but we know so many more standing at the ready. The 11th voice belongs to Pittsburgh. Any tech startup in the region is eligible. All it takes is a nominations. We'll tally the submissions and announce the "second round picks".

Nominations are open through April 25, 2026.  The companies with the most votes earns the People's Pick title and a spotlight moment on social media following the official NFL Draft here in Pittsburgh.

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VOTING IS

NOW OPEN

VOTING OPEN UNTIL

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