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PITCH. Competition
Our 2025 StartUp Pitch competition brings our community of entrepreneurs and investors to come together and support the development of new business ideas.
On November 20, four presenters will compete for $25,000 in non-dilutive funding!
From May through November, we will work with a select group of StartUps who are ready to compete for a five figure cash prize. Selected companies will be supported by StartUp Westport leaders, mentors from our Mentorship program and the resources of the Westport Public Library.
Our First Pitch Competition will feature:
•Local /Connecticut-based companies
•Mentorship & Educational Support
•Shark Tank Like Pitch Finale
•Substantial Non-dilutive investment for awardees
Criteria:
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Pre-institutional funding round
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Existing corporation in an evaluable category
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Connecticut-based founder or strong state association
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Scalable business model
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No "sin" products (smoke/vape, alcohol, etc)
Key Dates
Thu, Nov 20
The Westport Library
Watch 5 innovative companies compete for $25K in non-dilutive funding! Join us for a "Shark Tank"-style pitch competition featuring Westport-based VC judges. These finalists beat out 77 applicants. Come see who takes home the prize!
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