Whether you're eager to pitch an idea, provide feedback, support peers, or just enjoy the entrepreneurial vibes, you're invited to be part of the Pitch Night experience. We welcome you to participate in Pitch Nights as a pitching founder or as a member of the audience. Each pitch night will have a theme and be co-hosted by a student organization. Following the pitches, we invite everyone to mingle, connect with the founders who pitched, and enjoy light refreshments. Spring term themes:
Instructions for Contestants
Each Pitch Night offers 9 founders a fun and supportive environment to refine their elevator pitch, receive valuable feedback, and potentially win fun prizes in front of a live audience.
Instructions for Audience Members
Any member of the Penn community with an active Penn ID card is welcome to attend. You will have the opportunity to provide founders with feedback, vote live, and connect with peers. Bring your phones to vote!
**Note: This event is open only to members of the Penn community. An active Penn ID card is required for entry into the building.**
- January 31st - Social Entrepreneurship
- February 21st - Consumer Goods / Retail
- March 27th - Healthcare
- April 17th - Food Innovation
Instructions for Contestants
Each Pitch Night offers 9 founders a fun and supportive environment to refine their elevator pitch, receive valuable feedback, and potentially win fun prizes in front of a live audience.
- See above the themes assigned to each pitch night.
- Founders of ventures at any stage and in any industry are welcome to participate.
- Registering as a contestant doesn't guarantee that you will be a presenter on the date you select. We offer these spots on a first-come, first-served basis to registrants that fit the Pitch Night's theme.
- Please read the FAQ section and Agenda section to prepare for your pitch.
Instructions for Audience Members
Any member of the Penn community with an active Penn ID card is welcome to attend. You will have the opportunity to provide founders with feedback, vote live, and connect with peers. Bring your phones to vote!
**Note: This event is open only to members of the Penn community. An active Penn ID card is required for entry into the building.**