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Next Play vs Empire Startups

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Next Play

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Empire Startups

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Fintech Best-In-Showcase, powered by Empire Startups. Each virtual event feature…

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August 2025

November 2025

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Next Play

If you're down bad, realizing finance isn't for you, and/or are curious to explore the world of startups (BizOps, chief of staff, strategic finance, etc.), fill out this form. Next Play reviews every submission and will reach out to schedule a 1:1 video call if they think they can be helpful as your own, personal startup matchmaker. They’ve grown their community to over 50k talented individuals and have strong relationships across the tech ecosystem.

Empire Startups

Fintech Best-In-Showcase, powered by Empire Startups. Each virtual event features five standout founders pitching live, with real-time feedback from judges across FIS, TruStage Ventures, Artemis, Fiserv, and others shaping the future of financial innovation.

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