Tweener Madness 2026: Meet the Exceptional 8
This episode kicks off Season 2 of Tweener Madness and sets the stage for what’s ahead. You’ll get:
The evolution of Tweener (from list → fund → statewide platform)
Why this competition exists (and why founders love it)
How the bracket works
What judges are actually looking for
And of course… the reveal of all 8 competing companies
This isn’t just a competition. It’s a behind-the-scenes look at how early-stage investors think.
🔥 What Were the Biggest Takeaways From the Selection Show?
Tweener officially expands statewide with NC IDEA partnership
$4M investment from NC IDEA fuels the next…
The skinny
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