Open Pitch Session – Powered by OVHcloud

Name: Open Pitch Session – Powered by OVHcloud
Start: 2025-03-20T18:00:00+01:00
End: 2025-03-20T21:00:00+01:00
Location: Venture Cafe

Mar 20, 5:00 – 8:00 PM (UTC)

Warsaw

Venture Cafe, Chmielna 73, Warsaw, 00-801

Join us for an interactive pitch competition where selected startups pitch their ideas, followed by immediate expert feedback from industry leaders. Engage with founders, investors, and mentors, gain valuable insights, and build connections that can take your startup to the next level. Whether you’re pitching or attending, this is an opportunity to learn, collaborate, and grow.

In-person event

Pitch Battle

About this event

Open Pitch Session – Powered by OVHcloud📅 March 20, 2025 | 18:00 – 21:00📍 Garage, Chmielna 73
An open stage for startups, experts, and investors to connect, challenge ideas, and accelerate growth!
The Open Pitch Session is a unique opportunity for early-stage startups to pitch their vision in front of an engaged audience of investors, mentors, and ecosystem leaders. Whether you’re refining your pitch, looking for feedback, or simply interested in discovering groundbreaking ideas, this session is for you.
What to Expect:
▸ Startup Pitches – Watch promising startups present their ideas and business models.
▸ Expert Feedback – A panel of seasoned investors and startup leaders will share insights to help refine pitches.
▸ Interactive Networking – Connect with founders, investors, and innovation leaders who can help take your venture forward.
Who Should Attend?
✅ Startup Founders – Showcase your venture, gain feedback, and connect with potential investors.
✅ Investors & Mentors – Discover high-potential startups and share industry knowledge.
✅ Entrepreneurs & Innovators – Engage in thought-provoking discussions and explore new business trends.
Meet the Panel of Experts:
▸ Konrad Ozdowy – Innovation Manager, PKO Bank Polski
▸ Natalia Swirska – Startup Program Manager CEE, OVHcloud
▸ Tomasz Kowalczyk – Head of Innovation, Polski Zwiazek Pilki Noznej
▸ Weronika Wegorek – Relationship Manager, CIC Warsaw
▸ Ahmad Piraiee – Director, Startup Grind
Startups line up will be announced soon!
How to Give Valuable Feedback as an Audience Member:
🔹 Be clear and direct – Focus on constructive takeaways.
🔹 Get specific – Share actionable insights that can improve pitch quality.
🔹 Encourage, but challenge – Offer meaningful critique on storytelling, business model clarity, and market fit.
Interested in Pitching?
If you’d like to participate in future editions of the Open Pitch Session, please fill out this application form.

💡 Don’t miss out on a high-energy evening of innovation, collaboration, and startup excellence. See you there!