Founder City, a hybrid conference-event, expanded weekly programming into June and extended its venture capital pitch competition deadline to September 17, which is open to all Maryland-based startups. Early applicants get mentor-ship & feedback from leading professionals, essential as a foundation for future fundraising. Registrants also get free access to Thumbraise, the app-based video pitch platform where they can polish a pitch for investors, get feedback, and gain visibility on a national level. Pitch finalists will present LIVE, on-stage at the finale celebration event.