Breaking the Cycle: A Pitch Night for Women Entrepreneurs- Second Edition

Date: June 11, 2026

Time: 18h-20.30h

Location: StartDock Coworking Westplein, 12 Westplein, 3016 BM Rotterdam

Snacks & drinks included

Description

An honest, supportive space to grow your idea into action.

Are you a woman with a business idea—or already running a venture—but feeling stuck or unsure of your next step? Join us for an evening designed to build you up, challenge your thinking, and connect you with a community that wants to see you succeed. 

This Idea Pitch Night isn’t about perfection—it’s about progress. Whether you’re at the beginning of your entrepreneurial journey or rethinking your current path, you’ll have the opportunity to share your idea in a safe, supportive space filled with like-minded women who see knowledge and experience as capital—and are ready to invest it in each other.

What to Expect

• Pitch your idea or challenge in a low-pressure, peer-driven setting. 
• Receive honest and constructive feedback from entrepreneur and mentor Wiegertje, designed to help you break through what’s holding you back
• Walk away with insights, fresh perspectives, and clarity—even if that means reframing or refining your idea

Whether you're seeking validation, next steps, or a moment of truth—this night is for you.

Agenda: 18:00 – 18:15 Welcome and walk-in 

18:15 – 18:30 Introduction and guidelines

18:30 – 19:50 Pitches and feedback

19:50 – 20:30 Open discussion, networking and drinks

Important

• Let us know if you want to pitch by sending us an email when you sign up. We will select 5 pitches.
• A pitch will be 5 minutes- only 5 minutes. 
• Prepare a visual aid with your pitch (PowerPoint, movie, etc. the format is up to you as long as it is used within the pitch time)

About the Speaker(s)

Wiegertje Groenveld connects ideas, people, and organizations.
An economist, trendwatcher, and conceptual thinker, she combines curiosity with a sharp sense for innovation—helping others see patterns and opportunities where others see complexity.

At GGP B.V. she fosters entrepreneurship and innovation as an angel investor. 

Within StartDock she leads the Startup Visa Program (SVP), a thriving community within StartDock that supports international entrepreneurs in launching and growing their businesses in the Netherlands. Wiegertje mentors founders throughout their first year, fostering collaboration and shared learning.

A founding member of The Angel Initiative, Wiegertje inspires first-time female angel investors to invest in female-founded ventures. She sparks dialogue on balancing feminine and masculine values in the startup ecosystem—driving innovation with both purpose and heart.