PitchForce Phoenix (In-Person)

Connecting a curated group of promising early-stage companies with active investors looking for their next great investment opportunity.
About this Event

We’re excited to bring PitchForce Phoenix, connecting a curated group of promising early-stage companies with active investors looking for their next great investment opportunity.

The event will feature 6 carefully selected startups, each with 4 minutes to pitch, followed by 4 minutes of investor questions and direct feedback from a panel of 5–6 active investor judges. We’ll focus on companies that have demonstrated meaningful traction and are actively raising their Seed rounds.

More than a pitch event, PitchForce is designed to create real investor-founder conversations. Founders get the opportunity to showcase their businesses, receive candid feedback from experienced investors, and build relationships that can continue well beyond the event.

For investors, PitchForce Phoenix offers a front-row opportunity to discover emerging companies, hear directly from founders, and get early access to compelling Seed-stage investment opportunities - all within a focused, high-quality setting.

We’re bringing together ambitious founders, engaged investors, and a community built around making the right connections. Come discover the companies shaping what’s next.

Agenda of Events (Pacific Time Zone)
Preliminary Schedule (Subject to Updates)
12:00 PM — Registration & Arrival
1:00 PM — PitchForce Program: Startup Pitches & Investor Feedback
3:00 PM — Networking Hour
4:00 PM — Event Concludes

Venue Sponsor: Grand Canyon Ventures
Grand Canyon Ventures is an Arizona-based venture capital firm supporting innovative startups and entrepreneurs as they build and scale transformative businesses.

We’re excited to bring our event to Grand Canyon Ventures, connecting ambitious founders and investors to foster meaningful conversations, new opportunities, and the next generation of innovation!

Who’s in the Room?
This event is designed for:

• Startups (Pre-Seed through Series A) seeking capital, strategic partnerships, mentorship, and investor exposure.
• Angel Investors, Venture Capitalists, and Family Offices looking for curated, high-potential opportunities and direct founder access.

Participation is curated to ensure high-quality interactions and meaningful engagement for both founders and investors

For companies or founders interested in pitching, please contact Jack George at , Anitya Vilekar at and Kelly McDaniel at
For event-related assistance or general questions, please contact Parshvi Pahuja at

*Please note: Submission of an application does not guarantee a presentation slot at the PitchForce Speed Dating event. Presentation opportunities are limited and are subject to review, screening, and availability. Early application is strongly encouraged.

Only founders who have successfully completed the application and screening process and have received official confirmation from the PitchForce team will be permitted to present or attend in person. Walk-ins, unconfirmed applicants, and unscreened attendees will not be admitted under any circumstances.

*PitchForce provides a forum for feedback. Participation is voluntary. Feedback is provided independently by investors.