2026 Crab Trap Application 🦀✨

2026 Crab Trap Application

Apply to showcase your innovative health solutions at the BioHealth Capital Region Crab Trap pitch competition. Prepare your materials and meet key deadlines.
2026 Crab Trap applications are being accepted through August 28st, 2026! Entrepreneurs with innovative diagnostics, medical devices, therapeutics, or other transformative health solutions are invited to apply to the Annual BioHealth Capital Region Crab Trap pitch competition. Finalists for the 2026 Crab Trap competition will pitch IN-PERSON on September 16th as part of the BioHealth Capital Region Forum (Day 2). The winning teams will receive cash/services prizes from our sponsors. BioHealth Capital Region Week will take place September 15-17, 2026, at USP in Rockville, MD.
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Company Name
Date Company Founded

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Primary Contact Full Name

First NameLast Name
Email Address
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Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Title / Position
Photo of Presenter

Only required if selected as a finalist.
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Industry Sector
List Industry if "Other"
Company Stage
Company Website
Number of Employees
Full Company Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2
CityState / ProvincePostal / Zip Code
Executive Summary
Provide a brief overview of your company, the problem you solve, and your solution. (250 words max recommended)
Technology Overview
Describe your core technology, platform, or product. Include development stage and any clinical or technical validation.
Patent / IP Landscape
Describe any issued patents, pending applications, trade secrets, or other IP protections.
Market Description
Define your target market, addressable market size, and primary customer segments.
Competitive Advantage
What differentiates your solution from existing alternatives? Why will you win?
Have you previously participated in the Crab Trap competition?
Business and Financials
Company Milestones
List key milestones achieved to date — clinical, regulatory, commercial, or operational.
Financial Plan
Summarize your revenue model, current financials, and 3-year projections.
Funding to Date
e.g., $500K seed round closed March 2025
Management Structure and Experience
Describe your leadership team, key hires, and relevant experience.
Company Presentation / Pitch Deck

Optional at application stage.
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Company Logo

Upload your company logo. JPG or PNG, 300x300px recommended, max 5MB.
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Do you consent to have your company information shared with investors participating in the Investment Conference? (If you opt in, you may be contacted separately with additional questions.)
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2026 Crab Trap Application

Business and Financials