New Venture Pitch Challenge

Develop and deliver — your pitch perfected!

Step into the spotlight with Innovation Factory’s New Venture Pitch Challenge. Catered exclusively for emerging entrepreneurs in the early validation stage, this unique opportunity will help you hone your pitch, gain insightful feedback and connect with potential investors.

The New Venture Pitch Challenge is a 3-week mentorship program is exclusively designed for iF innovators working to validate their solutions.

Not an Innovation Factory client yet?

Apply to become a client for free to access exclusive opportunities like this and more!

Ready to join the challenge?

If you’re an existing Innovation Factory client, please get in touch with your Innovation Advisor to express your interest.

If you’re not sure who to contact, email [email protected].

About the New Venture Pitch Challenge

Curated Selection

10-12 innovators will be selected by Innovation Factory’s Venture Growth team for each challenge.

Comprehensive Training

Refine and perfect your 5-minute pitch under expert guidance through 3 weeks of training.

Angel Audience

The top 5 companies will be invited to present their ideas in front of a panel of angel investors.

Why join the New Venture Pitch Challenge?

It’s more than just a pitch competition; it’s a mentorship program. This three-week challenge is by invitation only and designed for entrepreneurs working to validate their solutions but might not be ready for mainstream pitch competitions. Here, in a supportive and collaborative setting, you’ll have the opportunity to practice, perfect, and present.
New Venture Pitch Challenge: Photo of an older woman entrepreneur presenting to a panel of investors at McMaster Innovation Park.

Are you ready to build your pitch?

Apply to become an Innovation Factory client to gain access to programs like this and additional support to grow your business.

If you’re already a client, simply email your Innovation Advisor to express your interest.

Synapse Life Science Pitch Competition applications open. Apply by November 10, 2024

Applications for the 2025 Synapse Competition are open!

The Synapse Life Science Competition combines the ideas and research of life science innovators with the intellect and strategy of students. Finalists receive training, mentorship, a $2,000 grant and a chance to pitch and compete for BIG cash prizes!

Applications close on November 10, 2024.