Startup enthusiasts from across Northeast Ohio can gather Thursday, April 14, at NEXTOhio in Akron to talk about what’s ahead in the local tech startup ecosystem.

NEXTOhio runs from 5 to 11 p.m. April 14 at Akron’s Quaker Station, 130 East Mill St.

The free event, spearheaded by Launch League, will feature several speakers — from founders to investors. The lineup includes Ron Seide, founder of Summit Data Communications, who will discuss scaling; Rich Langdale, managing partner of NCT Ventures, who will look at what it takes to become an investable startup; Falon Donohue, executive director of VentureOhio, who will speak on Ohio’s growing startup ecosystem; Jon Grimm, co-founder of Knotice; and Alan Gilbert, vice president of engineering at CoverMyMeds.

The night will also include a pitch critique to give attendees a better idea of what investors are seeking. Three startups will make their pitches, and a panel of investors will weigh in.

The event wraps up with networking, food, music and a cash bar. According to organizers, last year’s event drew more than 300 people.

Registration is available online.