Seal the Deal

The Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce, the Plymouth Foundation, and America’s Hometown Magazine have joined forces to launch Seal the Deal, an innovative live investment event designed to connect promising entrepreneurs with local funding opportunities while strengthening the greater Plymouth economy.

Scheduled for Wednesday, September 23, 2026, from 6:00–8:00 p.m. at the Spire Center for Performing Arts, Seal the Deal introduces a new model for supporting entrepreneurship; one that keeps investment local and gives emerging businesses access to the capital, relationships, and visibility they need to grow.

Unlike traditional pitch competitions where only one entrepreneur wins, Seal the Deal creates opportunities for multiple businesses to receive business grants and investment. Throughout the evening, selected entrepreneurs will present their business idea before a panel of local judges, equipped with capital to grant the businesses they believe have the greatest potential. Investors may also negotiate equity positions or partnership opportunities, creating a genuine investment experience that benefits both entrepreneurs and the local economy.

“Communities thrive when great ideas have access to local capital,” said Jim Hanna, Publisher of America’s Hometown Magazine. “Seal the Deal is about creating those connections. By bringing entrepreneurs and investors together in one room, we’re building an ecosystem where innovative businesses can launch, grow, and remain here.”

Seal the Deal is more than an event, it’s an investment in the region’s future. As entrepreneurs gain access to funding, mentorship, and strategic relationships, they create jobs, revitalize commercial districts, and strengthen the local economy. The event demonstrates what can happen when a community chooses to invest in its own innovators.

For attendees, the evening promises an exciting blend of business, entertainment, and inspiration. Guests will experience compelling entrepreneurial stories, live investment decisions, and the energy of watching local businesses pursue opportunities that could change the trajectory of their companies.

Business leaders and organizations are invited to participate as sponsors and investors, helping fund the investment pool while demonstrating their commitment to entrepreneurship and economic vitality.  Sponsorships provide visibility throughout the event and recognize organizations that are investing in the future of the Plymouth region.