The Pet Care Innovation Prize and Network offer amazing opportunities for pet care entrepreneurs. Both focus on obtaining financial connections, developing an active peer network, and providing business support for growing young companies.

If you are a high potential or high growth entrepreneur, get involved in one of our events to learn more about the Pet Care Innovation Prize and the Pet Care Innovation Network.

2023 Events

We’ll hit the road this year to host special events in cities across the country. We hope to meet you at some of the events we have planned for the summer in 2023!

June 28 - Austin

In collaboration with our partners at SKU, we welcome you to our first entrepreneur event at the cool Blue Norther Tasting Room. We’ll have a great panel discussion and plenty of the best Ranch Water in Austin!

** Open to Everyone **

July 19 - San Francisco

In partnership with the Wharton School of Business, join us for a fun panel discussion and mixer to make meaningful connections.

** Open to Everyone **

August 16 & 17 - Las Vegas

We welcome investors and network founders to a dinner on 8/16 at Libertine Social. We will also be hosting a private reception on 8/17 following the inaugural Launch Pitch Competition.

** Investors & PCIN Founders **

September 14 - St. Louis

Investors and industry leaders, please join us for the annual PCIN Summit, held at Purina Headquarters. Speaking and panelist opportunities are available.

** Investors & PCIN Members **

September 21 - Philadelphia

We’re thrilled to make our first stop in Philly!  We invite pet entrepreneurs and investors to join us and enjoy food, drink and a great panel of industry experts.

** Open to Everyone **

October 9-11 – Kansas City

We’re proud to be a sponsor of the 2023 Veterinary Innovation Summit happening on October 9th through 11th in Kansas City, MO.