​Join us for our AI Deep Tech Pitch Competition hosted by Mariane Bekker from Founders Bay, where the boldest startups in science and technology share their groundbreaking ideas.

​Startups will pitch live to a panel of experienced investors and judges, competing for feedback, recognition, and potential funding opportunities. Whether you're an innovator, a founder, or just curious about cutting-edge tech, this event is a great chance to connect, learn, and get inspired.

​Don't miss this exciting night of visionary ideas, networking, and the next big breakthroughs in tech.

​Apply to pitch: https://forms.gle/hinzeeALcjm8dA17A

​Finalists will pitch live to a panel of judges for a chance to win funding, mentorship, and visibility.

​The winner will receive a 6 month VIP access to Founders Bay Private membership and a feature in Founders Bay newsletter that goes out to 80k founders & VCs.

​Judges

• ​Kristopher Floyd, General Partner, Founders Bay

• ​Tiq Chapa, Investor, L'ATTITUDE VENTURES

• ​Aarushi Khanna, Investor, Arka Venture Labs

• ​Viraj Phanse, Partner, Arka Venture Labs

​Agenda

​5:30pm - 6:30pm: Dinner & Networking

​6:30pm - 7:30pm: 8 AI Startups pitch for 3 minutes

​7:30pm - 8pm: Networking & Private Meet & Greet with the judges for VIP only

​About Us

​Perkins Coie is a trusted advisor to innovative companies throughout their lifecycle. As they build and scale, we support clients with comprehensive legal and business counseling from formation to exit, including equity and growth financings, corporate governance, commercial contracts, intellectual property strategy, and labor and employment matters. Our lawyers have managed thousands of venture capital and private equity financings, from pre-seed to growth-stage, for both startups and investors. Our national presence and extensive corporate law experience, combined with sector-specific knowledge, ensure our services are tailored to each client's unique needs, investor expectations, and growth trajectories in cutting-edge industries like artificial intelligence, blockchain and other fintech, digital health, gaming, cleantech, digital media, and consumer packaged goods.

​Founders Bay is a community of 80,000 founders and VCs helping startups grow through curated events, expert workshops, and networking. Paid members get exclusive and free access to workshops, office hours, and top investor connections.

​💡 Proudly woman-owned by Mariane Bekker, we’re building a diverse and inclusive startup ecosystem.

​🚀 Join today to access our private community, exclusive workshops, and top-tier events!

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