2025 TICKETS NOW ON SALE

The Number 1 EdTech event in New York City is back this October 20-22, 2025.

TICKET PRICES GO UP SOON! GET $100 OFF WITH EARLY BIRD PRICING.

2025 SPEAKERS

Claire Zau

Partner and AI Lead, GSV Ventures
Thomas Bailey

President, Teachers College, Columbia University
Colin Kaepernick

Founder, Lumi
Melissa Aviles Ramos

Chancellor, New York City Public Schools
Michelle Rhee

Venture Partner, EO Ventures
Mike Moe

Founder & CEO, Global Silicon Valley
Michael Latsko

Vice President & Chief Human Resources Officer, Arizona State University
Dr Mary L Young

T-Mobile, Education Advisor

2025 AGENDA AT A GLANCE

Check out inspiring moments from New York’s No.1 EdTech Festival

HOW TO GET INVOLVED

OCTOBER 20

Showcase your company to the industry and make connections in our dedicated demo space.

APPLY TO EXHIBIT
OCTOBER 20

Gain access to real opportunities and collaborate with EdTech executives and investors.

APPLY TO ATTEND
OCTOBER 20-21

Pitch your startup to investors, and get access to opportunities for feedback and funding.

APPLY TO PRESENT
OCTOBER 21-22

Secure your spot at this year’s EdTech Festival and meet the biggest innovators in the world.

REGISTER NOW

We invite you to an expanded event hub allowing you to maximize your event experience all in one convenient location, including a day with minimal programming to have those important conversations without distraction. Bookable meeting space available upon request.
Easily plan which sessions to attend with curated tracks or customize your participation through the event app (registration required to access).
Book meetings with fellow attendees via the app, and register early to be invited to private luncheons, workshops, and one-on-ones.
Only 1,000 seats are available, with 200 reserved for speakers. We expect seats to sell out well in advance of the festival, so apply to speak and register to attend early!

Join 200 world-class speakers for unparalleled insights and expertise on the most pressing issues in education and workforce learning.
A rare opportunity to network with 300+ investors. Open doors to life-changing funding opportunities and partnerships.
Gain access to intimate sessions and exclusive networking opportunities. Don’t miss this high-impact EdTech experience.

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SHARK TANKS

Become the next company chosen to compete on the main stage at EDTECH WEEK. It’s your chance to secure a six-figure investment and meet hundreds of additional investors.

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STARTED MEMBERSHIP

For founders of companies with up to $10 million in traction, have an elite network of industry-makers work with you on priorities in fundraising, growth, board building, and exit.

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EdTech Week Expo

The ultimate showcase for innovative early stage companies. Exhibit your org and solutions, get early access to attendees.

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WHAT ATTENDEES SAY:

“It’s packed with amazing people, but they’re accessible. And there are so many opportunities to talk, exchange ideas, and see some really amazing new startups.”

Sandra Loughlin, EPAM
“EdTech Week is fantastic for bringing people together who aren’t just building in this field, but are passionate about what it means for education. For companies like Google, it’s interesting to find ways to support these new ideas and initiatives.”

Charles Elliot, Google
“EdTech people are my favorite people - they’re mission-oriented, kind, and fun. And that’s exactly the atmosphere at EdTech Week.”

Siya Raj Purohit, OpenAI
“It’s so hard for startups to get in front of the right investors and customers - but EdTech Week brings them all together.

Schweta Homji, Cartedo
“This is the community that I’ve been looking for.”

Elke Wong, Tomorrow Today
“EdTech Week brings everyone together - it’s great to have practitioners, researchers, funders, and founders all in one place.”

Gemma Lenowitz, Samvid Ventures
“EdTech Week is awesome because it really builds communities. People genuinely want to get to know you, shake your hand, and hear about your company.”

Sophie Smith, College Contact

THE STARTED CEO SUMMIT

10 YEARS OF WORLD CLASS SPEAKERS

Dr. Miguel Cardona

Former U.S. Secretary, Department of Education
Dr. Shaqille O'Neal

Entrepreneur, philanthropist, EdTech Investor, American Former Basketball Player
Katharine O. Strunk

Dean, University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Education
Angela Duckworth

Author of “Grit”
David C. Banks

Former New York City Schools Chancellor
Richard Carranza

Former New York City Schools Chancellor
Fred Wilson

Co-Founder, Union Square Ventures
Jim Shelton

Former United States Deputy Secretary of Education
Former President, Chan Zuckerberg Initiative
Dr. Melina Uncapher

Program Director, EF+Math Program
Reshma Saujani

Founder & CEO, Girls Who Code
Dr. Pamela Cantor

Founder and Senior Science Advisor, Turnaround for Kids