Pitch NYC
About this Program
Pitch NYC brings together the best of the UK’s fastest-growing startups and New York’s most influential investors for pitching, showcases and demos in NYC.
Our Investment Focus
Pitch NYC
Introducing New York’s top investors to the UK’s very best emerging tech firms
Taking place on Wednesday, 11 November 2015 in New York, Pitch NYC,will feature 10 top UK emerging technology firms pitching for investment to grow their business, primarily in the US market.
UK firms are on target to secure $3bn of investment in 2015, double the 2014 total with the majority of investments made by USbased investors. Yet, there is a lack of followon funding available in the UK.
Pitch NYC provides a unique opportunity for US investors to meet these highly investable UK businesses for angel investors, venture capital and corporate investors.
The session includes company pitches, demo showcase and opportunities for 1:1 meetings followed by a networking reception. This builds on two previous sessions hosted at Fried Frankand during the Mayor of London’s Fintech Missionhosted at JPMorgan.
Companies that apply to present at Pitch NYC are selected by an expert panel. To qualify they will have already raised $1m+ investment or have an equivalent turnover, with plans to rapidly grow their US business.
Each company will receive a tailored Investment Readiness Bootcamp including legal, financial, market entry and intensive pitch practice prior to taking part in Pitch NYC. A detailed investor lookbook will be produced and circulated to Pitch NYC delegates in advance.
More info / RSVP: pitchnyc@chinwag.com / http://pitchnyc.com
Pitch NYC Programme
16 - 20 October (UK) Investor Readiness Bootcamp
Includes masterclasses, pitch training, 1:1 prep sessions on market entry, legal, tax and logistics readiness
Monday, 9 November (NYC) US Pitch Training & US Growth Sessions
First pitch practice and feedback session in NYC. Roundtable sessions with US business growth experts.
Tuesday, 10 November (NYC) US Pitch Training & Roundtable Sessions
Group and individual pitch sessions with feedback from mentors, angel investors and entrepreneurs with fundraising experience
Wednesday, 11 November (NYC) PITCH NYC
9.30am - Formal pitches from each of the PITCH NYC companies followed by a demonstration showcase, and optional 1:1 meetings with investors.
1.30pm Networking lunch for audience and invited guests
Who should attend Pitch NYC?
Attendance at Pitch NYC is designed for investors from venture capital partners, corporate venture firms, banking professionals, angel investors, qualified advisors and individual investors.
How to Apply to Pitch NYC?
The focus of Pitch NYC is to support emerging technology firms based in the UK who have an compelling and investable proposition for US investors.
Companies should have:
- Investable proposition for US based investors
- Compelling vision and plan for expanding their US business
- Investment of $1m+ or equivalent turnover
- Plans to increase US business and physical presence
The application process is very simple and will only take a few minutes to complete. Companies are assessed by our expert panel.
The deadline for applications is midnight on Friday, 18 September 2015
Unfortunately, due to the volume of applications we can’t promise detailed feedback.
However, we are planning a series of workshops and events to help companies prepare for building their proposition for US investors. Check the website for details.
Contacts
pitch-nyc@chinwag.com or visit http://pitch-nyc.com