Pitching Den
We invite innovators and start-ups with innovative ideas in the circular economy to participate in Pitching Den: Circular Economy Edition. Seize this opportunity to showcase your innovation, receive valuable feedback, and compete for cash prizes to fund your venture.
About Pitching Den
Pitching Den is an initiative dedicated to empowering innovators and start-up founders by offering them a platform to present their ground-breaking businesses to a panel of esteemed judges. Before the final pitching event, participants receive pitch training sessions conducted by Innovate Durban, enhancing their presentation skills and fine-tuning their pitches. Pitching Den offers start-ups a unique opportunity to showcase their innovations, gain valuable insights, and secure essential funding to advance their ventures.
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Focus: Circular Economy
This year, Pitching Den shines a spotlight on innovations and businesses at the forefront of the circular economy. Embracing the principles of reducing waste and maximizing resource efficiency, the circular economy is about creating regenerative systems through innovative design, reuse, recycling, and sustainable practices.
The Purpose
The purpose for the Pitching Den Circular Economy Innovations is to highlight and support innovations that promote resource efficiency, waste reduction, and sustainable practices.
Programme Impact (2018-Present)
Since its inception in 2018, the Pitching Den has made significant strides in supporting innovation:
Supported Innovators
Innovative Start-up Founders
Total Rands Awarded
What to Expect Throughout the Pitching Den Competition
This is how your Innovation journey will go.
Applications
- Access the application form.
- Fill out and submit the application form here.
- Feedback will be communicated after the closing date.
Screening
- Adjudication will be underway.
- Shortlisted candidates will be contacted about the next steps.
Capacity Building
- Compulsory 1-day in-person training focusing on enhancing business Pitch and Presentation skills.
Mock Pitching
- 1-day in-person compulsory dry run of your pitch and receive feedback for improvement. training focusing on enhancing business Pitch and Presentation skills.
Final Pitch & Awards
- Finalists will present their pitches to a panel of judges.
- Winners will be announced and awarded after the event.
Who Should Apply
We invite innovators and start-ups with innovative ideas in the circular economy to participate in Pitching Den: Circular Economy Edition. Seize this opportunity to showcase your innovation, receive valuable feedback, and compete for cash prizes to fund your venture.
Impact
Showcase the positive environmental and social impact of your solution.
Benefits for Entrepreneurs
Criteria for Participation
Visibility
Gain exposure to a panel of industry experts, investors, and potential partners.
Feedback
Receive constructive feedback to refine your business idea and strategy.
Funding
Demonstrate the potential for scalability and long-term sustainability.
Funding
Compete for cash prizes to fund and scale your venture.
Cash Prizes
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