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Global Pitch Battle Rotterdam

Jan 16, 4:30 – 6:30 PM (UTC)

Rotterdam

Microlab Rotterdam, 45 Aert van Nesstraat, Rotterdam, 3012 CA

Ready to battle? 🌟 Join thousands of startups worldwide competing to be crowned Global Champion. Apply for Rotterdam's Battle and compete for a spot in the European Semi-Final! With 3-minute pitches, and feedback from investors and venture capitalists, startups will face off to claim prizes and a chance at global recognition. Don't miss this thrilling event showcasing top innovators in tech! 🚀

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About this event

Rotterdam Chapter Pitch Battle

Event Agenda Overview:

  • Join one of 100 chapter battles happening across 34 countries in just 4 days!
  • Thousands of startups worldwide taking part.
  • Compete for the chance to advance to the European Semi-Final and ultimately battle for the SG Global Pitch Champion title.

Startup Eligibility:

  • Tech-driven, scalable business model
  • 🚀 Apply now for the Rotterdam Chapter battle.

Key Milestones:

  • Chapter Battle: Winners move to the European virtual Semi-Final (Jan 21, 2025)
  • Final: Top Semi-Finalists compete virtually on Jan 23, 2025 for global glory

Prizes:

  • Global Champion: Scaleup Program ($4,999 value), main stage pitch, premium exhibit at the SG Conference
  • Runner-Up: Startup Program ($2,999 value), stage pitch, 1-day exhibit
  • All Finalists: Two Full Access tickets to SG Conference
  • Rotterdam Winner: Two free tickets to our Founders Discussion: An intensive brainstorm with you and 6-8 experienced entrepreneurs ⭐

Panel Discussion: Our judges - investors, founders & venture capitalists - discuss their ideas on what really matters for entrepreneurial success and how they assess startup ideas.

Event Agenda:

  • 5:30 - 5:45 PM: Check-in & Networking
  • 5:45 - 6.15 PM: Panel Discussion of Judges
  • 6.15 - 7.15 PM: Founders Pitch Battle ⚡
    • The top 10 selected startups
    • 3-min pitches and Q&A - straight battle!
    • Judges can share feedback during the networking session.
  • 7:15 - 7:30 PM: Winners Announced
  • 7.30 PM onwards: Networking & Drinks 🍻

🚀 Apply now for your chance to shine on the global stage!

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When

When

Thursday, January 16, 2025
4:30 PM – 6:30 PM (UTC)

Where

Where

Microlab Rotterdam
45 Aert van Nesstraat
Rotterdam, 3012 CA

Organizer

  • Niclas Jaeger

    Startup Grind Rotterdam

    Chapter Director

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