Launch Tank - Call for Startups
GABA - JHTC - Keizai Tech Innovation Pitch Event
About the Event
We're seeking innovative early-stage tech startups to pitch their ventures to a panel of experienced investors in a "Shark Tank" style format. This is your opportunity to secure funding and valuable partnerships that could take your startup to the next level.
Who Should Apply
We're looking for tech startups that:
You are at the pre-seed or seed stage
Have a working Minimum Viable Product (MVP)
Can demonstrate initial market validation and customer feedback
Have identified clear product-market fit
Are ready for investment and scaling
Requirements
Stage
Must have progressed beyond the concept stage
Working MVP required
Demonstrated user/customer engagement
Initial market validation data
Industry Focus
Technology sector
Specific verticals may include (but not limited to):
SaaS
AI/ML
FinTech
HealthTech
Enterprise Software
Consumer Tech
What to Submit
Company Overview
Company name and founding team
Brief description of your solution (200 words max)
Current stage and traction
Amount of funding sought
Product Details
Description of MVP
Key features and differentiators
Technology stack
Market Validation
Target market size
Current user/customer base
Key metrics and growth data
Customer feedback summary
Selection Process
Applications will be reviewed by our panel of experts
Selected startups will be invited to pitch at the event
Finalists will receive pitch preparation support
What's in it for You
Direct access to investors
Potential funding opportunities
Valuable feedback from industry experts
Networking opportunities
Large community exposure
Connections with other startups (learn from each other)
Prizes
Pitch/Deck help
Legal advice package
Go To Market Strategy
GABA Gala tickets
How to Apply?