Ready to make your mark? This is your chance to pitch your bold ideas and innovative solutions in front of investors and industry leaders. Compete for cash prizes of $10,000, $5,000, and $1,000, plus a certificate for essential legal services to help offset initial startup costs, provided by a leading law firm.
This is the start of our monthly pitch competitions, designed to discover and support the brightest talents in the startup ecosystem.
Don’t miss out—submit your application by October 25, 2024, to qualify!
Be there in person at TechCrunch Disrupt to compete live and launch your journey with Venture Backed. With more competitions and opportunities to win coming every month, now is the time to make your move!
At TechCrunch Disrupt 2024, each day brings new opportunities. Venture Backed is opening doors for both founders and investors. Founders, step into our exclusive community at our inaugural pitch competition and look forward to monthly events that offer visibility and potential funding.
Investors, engage with industry peers in a community focused on innovative investment opportunities. Join us to shape the future of venture capital and discover startups poised to lead the market.
Day 1 welcomes you with our engaging panel, “Beyond the Dealroom: Taking Speculation out of Investing” accompanied by an interactive brain date. This first day is designed to immerse you in a supportive environment where you can explore and challenge the traditional notions of funding, gaining insights that could transform how you approach venture capital.
Day 2 increases the excitement with our reception, “Re-Defining Venture Capital” along with additional brain dates. This day focuses on reducing the unpredictability of investing, providing you with clearer pathways to funding.
Day 3 concludes with another enriching brain date, leading up to the much-anticipated announcement of the Back the Venture Pitch Competition winner!
This finale highlights the most promising innovations, emphasizing their potential to make a significant impact on the tech landscape.
Head on over to the Deal Flow Café, where innovators, thinkers, and creators meet to share ideas and forge impactful partnerships. This space is designed for you to connect with a diverse community of founders, investors, and service providers–each eager to explore new concepts and collaborate on exciting projects.
Here’s what you can expect:
Venture Backed is proud to host the “Re-Defining Venture Capital” reception, a unique event designed to transform traditional investment approaches. This reception serves as a platform for meaningful engagement, allowing attendees to connect with leading minds in the industry during a lunchtime gathering filled with rich discussions and networking opportunities.
Our “Beyond the Dealroom: Taking the Speculation out of Investment” panel offers an intimate setting where founders and investors can dive deeper into the mechanics of successful venture collaborations. This event is all about removing the guesswork from investing, providing a space for open dialogue, sharing actionable insights, and building lasting relationships that drive the future of innovation.
Experience real-time demonstrations of emerging technologies and innovative solutions that are driving change across industries.
Participate in Q&A sessions, roundtable discussions, and one-on-one talks with industry experts.
The inaugural Back The Venture Pitch Competition gives you a chance to win a $10,000 grant, with $5,000 and $1,000 for runners-up. Additionally, winners will benefit from a certificate to free legal services provided by a leading law firm, helping to offset the cost of quality legal advice and support, enhancing their startup journey with expert assistance.
Deadline to submit your application is October 25th.
Register as a member of our Pre-Launch Founder Community and you could be one of 500 lucky founders to receive a free ticket to TechCrunch Disrupt 2024.
This is your chance to dive into the heart of the tech world, meet industry leaders, and gain priceless insights that could transform your startup.
At TechCrunch Disrupt 2024, Venture Backed is setting a new standard. We’re here to equip every founder with groundbreaking tools, essential knowledge, and a robust network tailored for success.
This year, we’re introducing unparalleled support and resources that have never been seen at TechCrunch Disrupt before. By fostering a rich environment of innovation and collaboration, we ensure every entrepreneur can connect, thrive, and push the boundaries of what’s possible in their ventures.
Our participation extends beyond mere presence–we are here to empower and support entrepreneurs, providing them with the resources necessary to excel and drive their ventures forward.
Utilize our Dealroom to present your startup’s data clearly and effectively to potential investors. Our platform ensures your financials and achievements stand out.
Continue the conversations started at Disrupt on our Social Network, where partnerships grow stronger and opportunities continue to evolve.
Access essential industry knowledge through our Learning Management System. From startup essentials to advanced tactics, everything you need to succeed is at your fingertips.
Use Venture Collaboration for seamless communication with key players. Discuss, negotiate, and move projects forward without leaving the platform.
The Venture Backed’s Pre-Launch Founder Community is a launchpad for early-stage founders who often struggle to secure traditional funding due to perceived risks by investors.
We at Venture Backed provide a supportive stage where you can present your business ideas, connect with investors, and gain the momentum needed without worrying about equity loss or debt!
It’s easy to get started. Simply sign up on our website for a Founder Pro Membership and visit our booth at TechCrunch Disrupt to learn more about our platform. Joining the community will let you be the first to access all our platform features, including funding opportunities, real-time collaboration tools, and more once it launches.
The first 500 founders to sign up get a complimentary ticket to TechCrunch Disrupt 2024! Sign up here.
By partnering with us or contributing scholarships, you can open doors for underrepresented students and create pathways to success in the entrepreneurial world.
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