Earns trip to San Francisco to pitch top Silicon Valley investment firms this fall
MADISON – Today the Greater Madison Chamber of Commerce announced SixLine Semiconductor as the winner of the 11th annual Pressure Chamber live pitch competition. The winner was chosen by a combination of votes from national investor judges and the live audience at the Majestic Theatre.
SixLine Semiconductor commercializes breakthroughs in carbon nanotube processing to unlock the next generation of high-performance, cost-effective semiconductor devices. As Pressure Chamber champion, SixLine Semiconductor receives the coveted “golden suitcase,” representing a reserved spot in the Chamber’s exclusive Greater Madison startup meetings with top Silicon Valley investment firms taking place Sept. 30 to Oct. 1.
“SixLine Semiconductor exemplifies what Pressure Chamber has always been about – solving global challenges and offering a glimpse into the future of Greater Madison’s economy,” said Chamber President Zach Brandon. “This year’s Pressure Chamber finalists reflect the diverse industry strengths that exist here. We are proud to offer these companies a platform to tell their stories here and in Silicon Valley. We will continue to amplify the innovation happening in our region.”
“We are honored to be recognized as this year’s Pressure Chamber champion,” said Dr. Katy Jinkins, CEO and co-founder of SixLine Semiconductor. “We are excited to continue to grow our business in Greater Madison’s entrepreneurial ecosystem, and we look forward to connecting with top Silicon Valley investors in the Bay Area this fall.”
Pressure Chamber is presented by the Greater Madison Chamber of Commerce and Michael Best, with support from the State of Wisconsin Investment Board; Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation and UW–Madison Office of Business Engagement; Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation; American Family Ventures; Baird Capital; HealthX Ventures; Rock River Capital Partners; AirDeck; Johnson Financial Group; JP Cullen; The Gialamas Company, Inc.; and Fetch.
About the Greater Madison Chamber of Commerce:
The Greater Madison Chamber of Commerce is the voice of business with more than 1,200 organizations – ranging from one-person shops to corporations with more than 10,000 employees – working to bring the Greater Madison area to its full potential. The Greater Madison region is a leader in innovation. From cutting-edge technologies to distinctive retail shops to inventive services and products, our members vary greatly but are united by the region’s entrepreneurial spirit. More information can be found at madisonbiz.com.
