SG Global Pitch Battle - US Virtual

Jan 14, 2025, 8:00 – 9:00 PM (UTC)

West Los Angeles

Calling all startups from cities without an in-person pitch battle! If your chapter isn’t hosting or the dates don’t work, don’t worry—we’ve got you covered! Apply now for a chance to compete in a US Virtual Pitch Event, where you’ll battle it out with other startups to advance to the Regional Semi-Final on January 21, alongside chapter winners from across North America.

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About this event

Virtual Pitch Battle for US Cities Without Dedicated Chapter Events

Startups from cities without in-person pitch battles—this is your chance! Apply for the US Virtual Pitch Event and compete to advance to the Regional Semi-Final on January 21, joining top North American startups.

Eligible cities include:

  • West Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Portland, San Diego, Atlantic City, Phoenix, Detroit, Memphis, Baltimore, East Los Angeles, Green Bay, Cleveland, Philadelphia, Buffalo, Irvine, Carlsabad. Lansing and Birmingham.

Submit your application today and showcase your startup on a regional stage!

👉 Apply Herehttps://airtable.com/appQk3fM8t3nTh3WW/pagfp1ffhg8AKFpMy/form

SG Global Pitch Battle Overview:

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

Startup Eligibility:

  • Tech-driven, scalable business model, pre-seed to Series A startups. 
  • 🚀 Apply now for your chance to shine on the global stage!

Key Milestones:

  • Chapter Battle: Winners move to the US 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
  • US Virtual Winner: One Full Access ticket to SG Conference


Judge

  • Ryan Chandra

    Accenture Ventures

    Data & AI Investments Lead

Host

  • James Gee

    Startup Grind HQ & Silicon Valley Chapter

    Global Partnerships Manager

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