Deadline: 5 May 2024
Applications are now open for the Pitch2Win 2024 programme . Pitch2Win is back for the 4th time and it's bigger and better than ever! Pitch2Win aims to connect visionary founders with potential investors, promoting growth, collaboration and investment opportunities. The 3 finalists will win a prize of $ 20,000. They will also receive an all-expenses-paid trip to the IVS2024 Kyoto Event, Japan's largest startup conference.
Prizes
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The first 3 winners will receive:
Financial Support and Exhibition
- A non-equity cash prize of US$ 10,000 for the winner.
- Sponsored trip to Japan to take part in the IVS 2024 events in Kyoto. Network with industry leaders and potential partners on the world stage.
- Connect with experienced mentors and fellow entrepreneurs throughout the programme and at IVS events.
Support for Human Capital
- The top 10 participants gain access to mentoring, consultancy services and connections with potential investors.
- Network with like-minded people who share your passion for innovation.
- Strategic connections with a select network of investors, mentors and fellow entrepreneurs.
Eligibility
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Entrepreneurs from all sectors and geographies are encouraged to apply. To be considered for this competition, the applicant and the applicant's startup must meet the following eligibility criteria:
- The ideal candidates must have a validated business model and be in the early stages of their journey towards development and expansion.
- The company must be majority-owned by its founders and team members at the time of application. The candidate must be part of the founding team. Individual companies are not eligible for the Pitch competition.
- Candidates must be at least 18 years old on the day of the application deadline.
- The candidate must commit to a one-week training programme and must be available (in person) for the Pitch Event.
- The applicant must be the author of the application. Startups that submit multiple applications will be disqualified.
Application
To apply, you need to fill in the Pitch2Win online application form. The information required is:
- Details of the Founder(s) (max. 4)
- Company/startup details
- Product details
- 10-page sales pitch presentation (PDF)
