BackersStage: Founder-Powered Demo Day
A high-signal showcase for technical founders building foundational Web3 infrastructure. From zero-knowledge applications to next-gen L2s and AI x crypto, we're curating the kind of builders VCs actually want to back — no fluff, just real products and real traction.
Proven Format, Ready to Scale
Our last execution during Token2049 was successfully held with the help of Near Foundation, Camp Network, Atlassoit Secruity and other partners.
Dubai Validated the Model
Token2049 Dubai Demo Day Success
Key Outcomes:
Total Registrations
VCs & Angels Engaged
Projects Applied
- Projects pitched to full rooms — some even landed main stage spots.
- Sponsors reported strong lead flow + ROI.
- Media mentions across multiple outlets.
- Now we're evolving it for ETHCC — with even tighter curation.
What to Expect in Cannes
This is not just a pitch event. It's a working session between projects, protocols, and capital.
Builder Showcases
Selected teams will demo new approaches in cutting-edge Web3 technologies:
Partnership Options
Join us as a sponsor and connect with the most promising Web3 founders and projects.
Title Sponsor
- Branded as Presented by [Your Name]
- Keynote stage time
- Premium booth + logo on all major signage
- Full access to curated founder–VC 1:1 lounge
- Media coverage and recap mentions
- Private access to team decks pre-event
- 15 VIP passes
- Co-host the Premium Founder x VC Happy Hour
Ecosystem Partner
- Panel speaking opportunity
- Logo on website and printed materials
- Access to top 15 teams
- 4 VIP passes
- Brand featured at Premium Happy Hour
- 5+ shoutouts across pre/post content
Custom
Want a branded lounge? Curated roundtable? Branded reports? Let's talk.
About BackersStage
BackersStage exists to close the loop between early-stage founders and the technical capital they need.
Curate high-context Demo Days and Pitch Rounds
Source ecosystem grants and validator-level support
Connect builders to domain-specific advisors (infra, token models, cryptoeconomics)
Enable warm intros based on actual build relevance — not just hype
We've supported 5+ projects across global hackathons, VC workshops, and private pitch days.