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NXTSTAGE FinTech Pilot Competition
Matchmaking FinTech Startups to Kansas’ Leading Financial Institutions
This innovation program allows FinTech startups from around the world to present their innovative technology solutions to prospective customers in Kansas that they otherwise may not have been able to access. Startups offer potential technology tools – ready to be pilot-tested or fully deployed – that can help financial institutions enhance digital offerings and improve operations.
Thank You To Our Sponsors!
2026 Taskforce
Additional Program Value
No equity in your business is taken. This program is made possible by local sponsorship and national grant funding
Direct matchmaking with decision-makers, stakeholders, and community financial leaders
One-on-one market feedback from Pilot Partners
Finalists receive an opportunity to pitch live to hundreds of industry connectors at the annual Innovation Showcase
Nominate a Startup
Do you know a startup business that is ready to grow and partner with Kansas Banks and Financial Institutions?
Nominate them for the Financial Technology program. When you submit a nomination, our team will reach out directly and invite the company to apply. Nominations from partners, alumni, and supporters help us connect with promising businesses that may be a strong fit for the program but may not hear about it otherwise.
Any eligible business is welcome to apply directly by clicking here.
484
competitors
applied for the program.
Impact To Date
32
U.S. states
represented.
39
countries
represented.
47
finalists
showcased their solutions in Kansas.
17
winners
since 2020.
Since 2020, startups from across the globe have looked to Kansas as a place to bring their financial technology solutions and recognized it as a hub to do business and reach new banking customers.
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NXTSTAGE is produced by NXTUS, a catalyst for the region’s startup ecosystem, generating and collaborating on efforts to help startup founders launch and grow highly scalable businesses by connecting them to capital, customers, and a supportive community.