Are you looking to connect with the market? Join OFF the Record to meet decision-makers from leading companies, explore real collaboration opportunities, and unlock partnerships that drive your startup forward.
Organized twice a year by ACE, OFF the Record is a targeted matchmaking initiative designed to bring startups closer to the market. Through carefully curated 1:1 meetings, startups and corporate executives explore real use cases, identify opportunities for collaboration, and build meaningful relationships that go beyond introductions.
Whether you're a startup looking to validate your solution or a company exploring new technologies, OFF the Record is where business conversations begin.
What to expect
Curated 1:1 Meetings
Directly with decision-makers from leading companies across sectors
Real Collaboration Potential
Opening the door to pilots, commercial agreements, or deeper collaboration
Intimate Format, Real Conversations
Ensuring each meeting is relevant and strategically aligned
Timeline
Applications Open
8th of September 2025
End of submissions
24th of October 2025
Team screening
October 2025
Announcement of qualified teams
31st of October 2025
Pitching Rehearsals
November 2025
OFF the Record Event
18th of December 2025
Interested in participating?
If you’re a startup interested in meeting potential corporate partners, or a company looking to discover innovative solutions, we’d love to hear from you.