Pitch Elk Grove 2025: Meet the 16 Semi-Finalists Driving Regional Innovation
The City of Elk Grove has announced the 16 semi-finalists for its Fourth Annual Pitch Elk Grove competition, setting a new record with 70 applications from across eight Northern California counties—Sacramento, El Dorado, Nevada, Placer, San Joaquin, Sutter, Yolo, and Yuba.
This year marks a milestone: for the first time, a startup from San Joaquin County has advanced to the semi-finals, underscoring the event’s growing regional impact and the momentum behind Northern California’s innovation ecosystem.
🗓️ Save the Date: Pitch Elk Grove Live Finals
September 4, 2025
📍 District56 – 8230 Civic Center Dr #100, Elk Grove, CA
🕓 4:30 PM – Networking with local food & beverages
🕔 5:00 PM – Program begins
🕢 7:30 PM – Winners announced + more networking
🎟️ Free event | Register here
Before the finals, all 16 semi-finalists will compete in a virtual pitch-off on July 31 to determine the finalists. Those who advance will receive one-on-one mentorship as they prepare to pitch live for $20,000 in cash prizes:
🥇 $10,000 – Best Startup
🥈 $5,000 – Second Place
🥉 $2,500 – Third Place
🏘️ $2,500 – Best Elk Grove-Based Startup
“Pitch Elk Grove is more than a competition. It’s a catalyst for building a stronger regional innovation ecosystem,” said Darrell Doan, Economic Development Director, City of Elk Grove.
“We’re proud to spotlight early-stage companies creating solutions that benefit the entire region.”
🚀 Meet the 2025 Semi-Finalists
Anchor Point Health (Sacramento, CA) – Spatial intelligence technology for in-home healthcare.
Core Envision Inc. (Folsom, CA) – AI that converts blueprints into digital models and layout tapes, speeding up framing by 4x.
DEMOTU (Cameron Park, CA) – AI-driven movement analysis platform for gyms and sports performance.
EnlitenAI (Tracy, CA) – AI-based decision support to personalize neurology treatment plans.
HuMOLYTE (Sacramento, CA) – Patented electrolyte mix designed to ease chemotherapy side effects like vomiting and mucositis.
Invasive Species Corporation (Davis, CA) – Sustainable solutions to control invasive species in agriculture and water systems.
NutraCompass (Sacramento, CA) – A nutritional tracking app that recommends personalized food choices.
Pheronym, Inc. (Woodland, CA) – Soil pest control using pheromones to reduce chemical pesticide use.
Purple Door Finders (Folsom, CA) – Simplifies senior housing search without pressure or sales pitches.
Red Line Safety, Inc. (Greenwood, CA) – Wearable tech to protect firefighters and optimize operations.
Rely (Sacramento, CA) – Securely verifies renter data for faster leasing with built-in intelligence.
Resolv (Truckee, CA) – AI platform that automates clean energy rebates for contractors and homeowners.
SeeMedX (Sacramento, CA) – Non-invasive, continuous heart monitoring to improve patient care.
Soar Optics (Elk Grove, CA) – Affordable, rapid detection technology for microplastics.
Splash Tech (Davis, CA) – App that simplifies daily pool care with smart readings and chemical guidance.
Stealth Talent Solutions (El Dorado Hills, CA) – Outcome-based, AI-powered recruiting platform at software speed.
This diverse mix of founders is tackling real-world problems in healthcare, construction, clean tech, agritech, and more—proof that the Sacramento region is a growing hub of innovation and impact.
Startup Folsom proudly celebrates the achievements of our local startups—especially Folsom-based Core Envision and Purple Door Finders—and we look forward to cheering them on.
👉 Don’t miss your chance to see these startups pitch live on September 4. Register today to support the next generation of Northern California innovators.
