Startup Pitch Contests 2022
The Global Inclusion Online Forum Startup Pitch Competition is one of the first startup pitches that offers a platform to early stage startups that are dealing with inclusion issues. Startups will have a chance to present their ideas to the representatives of specialized VCs and top inclusion professionals from around the world.
The participants in the Startup Competition will also be part of the Online Startup Expo, where they will be able to demonstrate their product to the GIOF attendees. For startup teams, this is also a great networking opportunity to connect with top industry representatives.
The winning package includes prizes from partners and organizers. It includes a free exhibitor package at GIOF 2022, mentorship sessions run by top industry professionals, extra networking opportunities, and other benefits.
The reputable jury will choose winners, who will receive the most visibility at the event’s pages and be awarded with special recognition and prizes. You can learn more about the previous editions of the competition and its winners here and here.
Jury Members
Patrice PerkinsFounder of Word Architect, Director at Startup Grind Capital Region NY, Analyst at In Focus Brands
Seisei Tatebe-GodduFounder and CEO of Tandem Consulting Group
Ben StokesFounding Partner of Chasing Rainbows
Chisom UdezeFounder of Diversify, DEI Strategist
Deepa NagarajanAuthor, Founder of OKR League
Ubaldo CiminieriCofounder & CMO at interviewIA
Maximilian ZaenkerRegional Manager at jobs4refugees
Anthony ZlaketVenture Capital Investor at UnityPoint Health Ventures
Glen WeeStartup Lead at FundedHere
Glen PattersonFounder of WorkSchool
Winners

Categories
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Financial Inclusion
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Accessibility
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Diversity&Equality
Requirements
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Your product must deliver a unique solution to boost inclusion and diversity
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Your product must be a ready-to-market solution
Timeline
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1Application and Recruitment Period:
EOD May 12, 2022 -
2Finalists Selection:
May 13–14, 2022 -
3Pitch Preparations’ Testing sessions:
May 16–17, 2022 -
4Presentations:
May 19–20, 2022 -
5Winners Announcement:
May 20, 2022
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