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The New Venture Pitch Challenge by Innovation Factory is an early-stage pitch training program, designed to help you hone your pitch, receive feedback and connect with potential investors.

Current Innovation Factory clients are invited to participate in the program, where they receive coaching to develop and refine a 5-minute investment pitch. The top 5 performing companies will be invited to present their business to a panel of angel investors.

The New Venture Pitch Challenge is specifically catered to entrepreneurs who might not be ready for mainstream pitch competitions.

Interested in the pitch challenge program? Connect with your Innovation Advisor.

Learn more about the New Venture Pitch Challenge

New Venture Pitch Challenge

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Quick Facts

  • Pitch training and mentorship
  • 3-week comprehensive training program
  • Opportunity to pitch to angel investors
  • 10-12 innovators invited to participate in each cohort
  • Perfect for early-stage innovators
i.d.e.a. Fund Applications Open

Applications are now open for i.d.e.a. Fund Cohort 3

Are you developing and/or redesigning new green products, services, processes, and technologies that reduce environmental impact?

The i.d.e.a.™ Fund program focuses on supporting a more sustainable economy while fostering an inclusive and equitable growth in southern Ontario. Find out if you’re eligible to access up to $20,000 in matching seed funding and 30 hours of expert mentorship.

Applications are open from September 9 to September 30, 2024.

14th Annual LiONS LAIR Pitch Competition and in-person Gala on September 26, 2024 from 5:00pm to 9:00pm. Tickets available on lionslair.ca

Attend the 14th annual LiONS LAIR pitch competition

Since 2011, Innovation Factory’s LiONS LAIR has helped more than 150 startups launch and scale their businesses. This fall, join over 350 entrepreneurs, investors and thought leaders to network over dinner and drinks, celebrate innovation, and watch finalists pitch live to a panel of judges to win cash and in-kind prizes.

When: September 26, 2024 | 5:00pm – 9:00pm 

Where: LiUNA Station – 360 James St. N, Hamilton, Ontario L8L 1H5