Entrepreneur Pitch
COMPETITION
October 25, 2023
Presented by
WHAT
StartUp Lehigh Valley is a pitch competition for entrepreneurs designed to showcase innovation happening in our community and support the next generation of local business leaders.
WHEN
Wednesday, October 25, 2023; 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Join us at Factory LLC
315 Columbia St. Bethlehem, PA 18015
WHERE
Broadcast live on WFMZ-TV 69News from Factory LLC. Join us in-person at Factory, watch the broadcast on WFMZ, or stream on YouTube or Facebook!
WHY
More Information to come!
SPONSORED BY
How It Works
Ten entrepreneurs will each have two minutes to pitch their products to a panel of judges. Afterwards, the judges will have two minutes to ask questions. After all contestants have pitched, the judges will select the winners. The audience will also vote for an Audience Choice Award.
How to Apply
All startup founders and entrepreneurs are encouraged to apply. Products and companies in any industry are welcome. Your company does not need to be established in order to participate (though preference will be given to companies that are up and running), but at least have a prototype/product available for the judges to evaluate.
The StartUp Lehigh Valley committee will review applications and invite ten startups to participate.
The application process will be open in the coming soon. Look for an announcement or check back often!
Join Us!
Interested in watching the action live and in person here at Factory?
Tickets will be available closer to the event!
The Judges
To be announced soon!
Past Winners
2022
Grand Prize Winner
Giana Jarrah
With Meraki Co
1st Runner Up
Katy and Gwen
Beckon Ice Cream
2nd Runner Up
Sarah Beth Gleeson
Baleena
Kick Butt Award
Lehigh University
Ben Franklin Award
Giana Jarrah
With Meraki Co
Audience Choice Award
Sarah Beth Gleeson
Baleena
2021
Winner
Nicole Chinnici
Organtick
1st Runner Up
Amberlee Veni
Pippy Sips
LaunchBox Boost Awards
Nicol Cancelmo
DN Organics
Jonathan Grossman
FuelCred
Kenneth Keitt
ParaPer4mance
2020
Winner
Justin Gelwicks
WoodGoods Lacrosse
1st Runner Up
Jonathan Epstein
Salamander Reservoir
2nd Runner Up
Wesley Hart
Mantis 3D Printer
2019
Winner
Matt Bilsky
FLX Solutions
FAQs
Who is eligible to enter?
Entrepreneurs and founders of startups are eligible to participate. You must also be 18 or older to apply to pitch.
Does my company need to be up and running to enter?
No, but we recommennd you at least have a prototype of your product available for the judges to evaluate. However, preference will be given to businesses that have already launched or are actively working towards a launch.
Can I attend the event if I’m not pitching?
Yes, we will post registration info closer to the event date.
Where is the event located?
StartUp Lehigh Valley is hosted by Factory, at our innovation center in south Bethlehem.
Are there rules for how I can use the prize money?
Prize money must be used for costs associated with advancing your business, and you will need to provide receipts.
How can I contact StartUp Lehigh Valley?
Please email us at hello@startuplehighvalley.com.
