

Lightning Round IV
Lightning Round IV : Where Startups Spark and Investors Lean In ⚡Hosted by Pegasus Angel Accelerator and Innovent Capital
We’re bringing together a dynamic mix of LPs, angels, VCs, family offices, founders, and operators for a high-energy pitch event designed to surface and support the next wave of game-changing startups.
At Lightning Round, it’s all about signal over noise.
5 high-potential founders take the stage for quick, focused pitches — followed by candid, on-the-spot feedback from experienced investors.
It’s real-time judgment, pattern recognition, and insight. You’ll see how investors think, how founders respond, and what separates fundable from forgettable.
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What to Expect:
⚡ 5-minute pitches from early-stage startups
🎯 5-minute investor Q&A and live feedback
🌐 Audience includes early-stage investors, operators, and ecosystem leaders
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Judges:
• Jesse Draper, Founding Partner at Halogen Ventures
• Min-Yi Shih, Chair of Due Diligence Committee at TCA LA
• Carmen Palafox, Managing Partner at 2045 Ventures
• Brian Ray, Chief AI Officer at Eviden
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Whether you’re writing checks, raising capital, scouting talent, or just love being early — this is where the action is.
📍Virtual. Live. Curated.
Spots are limited. Show up curious, leave sharper.