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Frequently asked questions
Founders Pitching
Event & Tickets
Founders can win Keys from each event, as well as earn Event Winner status that will help you get closer competing in the finale for the $100,000 cash prize, along with exposure, connections, and real investor attention.
You can submit your pitch at any time, up to 1 week before the event date you are submitting for.
Your submission will be reviewed by the Pitch Lift producers. If selected, a producer will contact you with further details.
While not necessary to include in your submission, applying with a video will help us better understand your company and help Pitch Lift producers in deciding whether your submission will be accepted.
Yes. Our variety of judges in the elevator always includes at least one real investor.
No. Submissions will only be accepted for the next event's date. Submissions for the next event open the day after each event.
• Length: Keep your video under 2 minutes.
• Size: Maximum file size is 500MB.
• Orientation: We accept both Horizonal & Vertical orientations.
• Lighting & Sound: Ensure good lighting and clear audio.
• Product & Props: Performing with your product or props will help us understand your business better. Include anything that's relevant to your pitch story.
Key holders advance to the semi-final competition, where they compete head-to-head for a chance at the finale and the $100,000 cash grand prize.
Absolutely. We encourage key winners to come back and pitch again. You could turn your Key Winner status into Event Winner status and earn a spot in the finale.
Each event will include 1 Event Winner, which will earn you automatic access to the Finale.
Yes, of course! While Event Winners can't earn Event Winner status again, but we still encourage Event Winners to come back, practice and refine their pitch for the Finale.
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