Presented in partnership with Silicon Valley Bank for Tech Gives Back 2020, FeverPitch is an initiative curated by Black Connect that provides a platform for Black entrepreneurs and business owners to gain insight from and exposure to venture capitalists and potential investors, community and corporate leaders, executives, seasoned and successful entrepreneurs and professionals, disruptors and more.
Submissions will be judged on viability, presentation, innovation, readiness, and impact. Ideas in development, as well as developed products, will be accepted. 10 Finalists will be selected to pitch in the virtual event on October 8th. Open to all U.S.based Black-owned businesses and Black entrepreneurs over 18 years of age.
Submit business plans, pitch deck, videos, photos, and/or resume to feverpitch@blackconnect.org. Those without a business plan or pitch deck may apply by completing the entry form at blackconnect.org/feverpitch-entry.
Deadline for entries: Friday, September 18, 2020
To learn more and to sponsor, visit blackconnect.org/tech-gives-back-2020
FOLLOW FEVER PITCH ON BLACK CONNECT FOR DETAILS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS.
About Silicon Valley Bank
For more than 35 years, Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) has helped innovative companies and their investors move bold ideas forward, fast. SVB provides targeted financial services and expertise through its offices in innovation centers around the world. With commercial, international and private banking services, SVB helps address the unique needs of innovators. Learn more at svb.com.
