WaterTech x Insurance Lightning Rounds
Curated 1:1 meetings between water technology innovation startups and insurance industry partners.
Join us for a high-impact, virtual event connecting the best WaterTech innovation startups to insurance companies and underwriters. All startups innovating in water tech are eligible to participate. Selected founders will connect with insurance partners in fast-paced 15-minute 1:1 sessions — designed to spark new business partnerships and unlock innovation that can solve water risk and insurance-related challenges.
- Date November 4
- Time 11 AM–3 PM CT
- Format Fully Virtual
- Meetings 15-Minute 1:1s
- Apply By October 26
How Lightning Rounds Work
Review the applicant list
Participating insurance partners receive a list of all startup applicants ahead of the event.
Select who you want to meet
Choose the startups you’d like to meet 1:1 during Lightning Rounds.
Get matched and take meetings
We build your schedule based on selections, then you meet founders in fast 1:1 sessions.
Apply
Apply by sharing your company information so insurance partners can review your startup.
Get selected and matched
Insurance partners choose who they want to meet, and we match founders accordingly.
Pitch in fast 1:1 sessions
Meet insurance partners in short, focused conversations designed to spark next steps.
Event Details
Watertech x Insurance Lightning Rounds are structured for efficiency: if selected, founders meet insurance partners in timed sessions that prioritize alignment, stage-fit, and momentum.
Date & Time
November 4
11 AM–3 PM CT
Format
Fully Virtual
15-Minute 1:1 Meetings
Apply By
October 26
Questions About Participating?
If you’re an insurance partner interested in signing up but have questions, please reach out to samantha.schwartz@gener8tor.com .
Participating Ecosystem Partners
Lightning Rounds FAQ
Everything you need to know before the event. Get the details, prep with confidence, and make every 15 minutes count.
What are Lightning Rounds (LRs)?
Lightning Rounds are curated, 15-minute 1-on-1 meetings between selected startups and insurance partners.
Each meeting is designed to create focused, relevant conversations around business opportunities, partnerships, and strategic collaboration. The goal is to quickly assess alignment and identify opportunities for future discussion.
How do Lightning Rounds work?
Startups and insurance partners first submit a short application form to participate in the event.
Approximately 10 days before the event, insurance partners receive a curated, filterable list of participating startups, including pitch decks and company details. Insurance partners review the list and select the companies they would like to meet. gener8tor then builds personalized meeting schedules based on insurance partner selections and participant availability.
Selected startups and insurance partners participate in a series of focused 15-minute 1-on-1 meetings.
Who typically attends Lightning Rounds events?
Lightning Rounds bring together startup founders and insurance partners looking to explore business, partnership, and strategic collaboration opportunities.
How should I prepare for a Lightning Rounds event?
Have a 5-minute pitch with a slide deck ready to present. The meeting list will be provided ahead of time, allowing you to research the insurance partners and organizations you will be meeting with.
Practice a concise overview of your business and prepare specific questions that can help identify alignment and potential next steps quickly during each meeting.
What should I bring to a Lightning Rounds event?
A pitch deck or executive summary, a notepad and pen for taking quick notes, any relevant marketing collateral, and a positive, open-minded attitude.
How can I make the most of my time during each meeting?
Start with a brief introduction of who you are and what you do, quickly share your value proposition, ask relevant questions to understand the other person's needs and interests, and identify next steps if there is a potential match. Keep your pitch concise, five minutes maximum, to make sure you have enough time for discussion afterward.
What should I do after a Lightning Rounds event?
Review your notes, send a personalized follow-up email with your executive summary and pitch deck attached to each person you met, reiterate key points from your conversation, and propose a plan for further discussion if applicable. Ideally, follow up within 24 to 48 hours while the meeting is still fresh in both parties' minds.
What are some etiquette tips for Lightning Rounds?
Be punctual, stick to the time limits to respect all participants, listen actively, avoid dominating the conversation, and be clear and concise in your communication.
Is there a fee for startups to attend Lightning Rounds events?
No. Participation is free for both startups and insurance partners.
Ready to Join WaterTech x Insurance Lightning Rounds?
Apply by October 26 to take part in curated 1:1 meetings with insurance partners.