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Where Complex Medical and Engineering Challenges Meet
Innovation-Driven Solutions


High-Tech West is an annual R&D pitch competition accelerating solutions for national defense, aerospace, and medicine in complex environments.

Hosted in coordination with Utah’s research ecosystem, the series connects academic, government, and industry partners to fast-track technology solutions addressing real-world national security priorities.

February 25th 2027

University of Utah
303 Chipeta Way, Salt Lake City, UT


 

Focus Areas

Track 1: Engineering, Space & Defense Systems

Focus: physical systems, sensing, infrastructure, autonomy, space dominance

Track 2: Health, Biotechnology & Military Medicine

Focus: human performance, survivability, biosecurity, operational medicine

Sponsorship Opportunities


Position your organization at the forefront of national security innovation through early access to research and meaningful engagement with academic and defense leaders.

INTERMOUNTAIN WEST SPONSOR

SPONSORSHIP: $50,000+

Top-tier visibility and direct talent pipeline access

FULL SPONSOR BENEFITS

Naming

The Naming‑Level tier represents the highest level of partnership for High Tech West 2027.

Marketing & Visibility

Premier visibility across all event platforms:
  • Event website and digital presence
  • Advertising and promotional materials
  • On‑site signage and stage screens
  • Printed programs and attendee materials

Speaking Opportunity

Tailored speaking role aligned with the event’s strategic narrative, such as:
  • Opening remarks, lunchtime, or Closing remarks

Recognition

  • The partner will receive ongoing recognition throughout the event, including during dinners and plenary sessions.
  • Facilitated engagement opportunities, including:
  • Curated meet‑and‑greets with relevant faculty and top students
  • Inclusion in specialized tours

Tickets & Invitations

  • Guaranteed invitations to all components of the event
  • 10+ reserved tickets across the full HTW experience

WASATCH FRONT SPONSOR

SPONSORSHIP: $25,000+

Unmatched executive networking with strong branding

FULL SPONSOR BENEFITS

  • Exclusive judges' dinner
    Enjoy a private dinner with HTW judges and AME lab leadership. This is a premier networking event.
  • Keynote / welcome opportunity
  • Curated lab tour
    Enjoy access to VIP lab tours (Biomedical/Robotics or Aerospace/Engineering)
  • Branding
    Primary logo placement on all event materials and post-event reporting

BIG COTTONWOOD SPONSOR

SPONSORSHIP: $10,000+

Elevated brand presence

FULL SPONSOR BENEFITS

  • Thematic day naming
    Opportunity to sponsor a specific competition day
  • Curated lab tour
    Enjoy access to VIP lab tours (Biomedical/Robotics or Aerospace/Engineering)
  • Branding
    Logo placement on all event materials and post-event reporting

LITTLE COTTONWOOD SPONSOR

SPONSORSHIP: $5,000+

High visibility & strong branding

FULL SPONSOR BENEFITS

  • Welcome
    Enjoy the daily breakfast with your brand front and center for all attendees.
  • Branding
    Logo placement on all event materials and post-event reporting

ADDITIONAL SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Don’t see what you are looking for? Contact us!
Let us create a customized sponsorship package tailored to your needs.

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Built for Impact


 

Structured for rapid tech development and transition

Aligned with DoD modernization goals

Field-tested in Utah's rugged environments

Designed for interdisciplinary collaboration

Past Events


High Tech West was previously called the RAC Grand Challenge.

see our past events here