06/23/2026
Meet our Pitch Day Judges.
We’re excited to welcome three accomplished leaders who bring deep expertise across technology, entrepreneurship, operations, and business growth.
• Jeanine Akiki, former IBM and GlobalFoundries executive, technology leader, and Executive Director of LebNet, with decades of experience leading large-scale operations and driving innovation.
• Tony Lahood, entrepreneur, product innovator, and co-founder of Saucemoto, known for turning creative ideas into successful consumer products.
• Elie Maroun, entrepreneur, investor, and business strategist with experience building and advising ventures across entertainment, culture, and emerging businesses.
Their insights, experience, and perspective will help identify the standout ideas and teams taking the stage on Pitch Day. We look forward to an inspiring evening of innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurship.