What will corporate technology leaders be prioritizing in 2026—and how can startups align to meet those needs?
At this special SaaS Club session in partnership with the MKE Tech Hub Coalition, six leading CIOs and CTOs will share an inside look at their upcoming technology roadmaps. They’ll highlight the priorities, challenges, and opportunities shaping their strategies for the year ahead, from AI adoption and cybersecurity to data governance and customer experience.
Following the presentations, founders will break into small-group roundtables with each executive for deeper conversations. This is a rare chance to ask candid questions, hear what enterprise buyers are really thinking, and build direct connections with decision-makers shaping the future of corporate technology.
What to Expect:
Insights: Learn what’s on the horizon for enterprise technology in 2026.
Access: Engage directly with CIOs and CTOs in focused founder roundtables.
Connections: Expand your network across both startup and corporate leaders.
Whether you’re refining your product strategy or exploring new partnerships, this meetup offers a practical roadmap to align your SaaS company with enterprise demand.
What is SaaS Club?
The Midwest Founders Community (MFC) is pioneering a program and coalition designed to facilitate partnerships between engineering leaders (CIO/CTO/VPs) and SaaS Founders. We aim to bridge the gap between startups and corporate decision-makers by creating a platform for collaboration, experimentation, and mutually beneficial relationships. As a member, you’ll get invites to SaaS-specific meetups, curated 1:1 connections with Founders, and access to additional resources!
SaaS Club Goals:
Foster Collaboration: Create a collaborative environment for the region’s most innovative minds to connect, learn & grow together.
Offer Mentorship & Guidance: Connect startup founders directly with corporate decision makers to fast-track project development through meaningful customer feedback.
Provide Next Gen Tech Insights: Give corporate execs early access to innovative solutions for business challenges.
Accelerate Pilot Projects: Enable startups to showcase their value through successful pilot projects with established enterprises.