Participate
Our mission is simple: Shine a spotlight on Southern Arizona as the thriving hub of creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurship for both local and national audiences. We do this by showcasing all the incredible work from our partner organizations, community members, and innovative entrepreneurs.
Your participation is key to accomplishing our mission and this year we’re thrilled to offer you the following opportunities to get involved.
Share Your Expertise. Amplify Your Impact.
SPEAK AT TENWEST
Share your passion and showcase your expertise while building your brand and expanding your network as a TENWEST speaker.
In 2023, TENWEST brought together 100+ dynamic speakers and 60+ unique sessions over three inspiring days. For 2025, we’re turning up the energy—and we need you to help make it unforgettable!
We’re looking for game-changing sessions that explore the powerful connections between technology, entrepreneurship, creativity, culture, and impact.
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Application due Jan 14th
Connect With Community. Expand Your Reach.
PARTNER WITH TENWEST
Application due Jan 14th
TENWEST thrives on the power of collaboration, and as a partner, you’ll help us make an impact on the community.
Over the years, our incredible partners have helped TENWEST deliver unforgettable, impactful experiences that inspire action and drive change. From street transformations, to 24-hr comedy marathons and fashion shows, no idea is too ambitious. For 2025, we’re seeking organizations that share our vision for innovation, creativity, and community impact.
Have a bold idea for a collaboration?
Let’s make it happen.
Take the Stage. Win Big.
PITCH AT TENWEST
Transform your business vision into victory at Arizona’s premier pitch competition, Ideafunding.
Every year, ambitious founders have competed on the Ideafunding stage, and this year, 100 founders will compete for 25 coveted spots to pitch for over $50,000 in prizes.
If you’re building a company you’d like to share with the world, apply to pitch at Ideafunding during TENWEST 2025.
Application due Jan 14th
Amplify Your Brand. Impact the Future.
SPONSOR TENWEST
When you sponsor TENWEST, you align your brand with a movement to inspire innovation, spark connection, and create a lasting impact in our communities.
TENWEST offers sponsors a channel to expand their reach to a community of innovative creators, entrepreneurs, and changemakers.
Supporting TENWEST is a win-win-win situation for all of us. You’ll be responsible for raising the status of the innovation ecosystem of Southern Arizona while getting exclusive perks for your employees, VIP experiences for sponsors, and tax benefits from our 501(c)(3) status.