PitchSF
Event Details
Date: March 26th 2-4pm
Location: Yes SF Headquarters
(220 Montgomery St 94104 San Francisco)
🚀 Ready to pitch your business and take it to the next level? Apply today!
To attend the event, register here!
This exclusive PitchSF Contest, hosted by the San Francisco Small Business Development Center (SF SBDC), is designed for early-stage businesses that are based in, launching in, or obtaining a business license in San Francisco. This is a unique opportunity to pitch your business, receive expert feedback, and connect with investors, advisors, and fellow entrepreneurs. It’s a great event if you are ready to launch or you are already in the market.
Who Should Apply to Pitch?
We are looking for 5 promising startups that meet the following criteria:
✅ San Francisco-Based: Your business must be headquartered in SF, in the process of starting in SF, or actively pursuing a San Francisco business license.
✅ Early-Stage Business: You have a strong concept, MVP (minimum viable product), or early traction.
✅ Revenue & Funding Stage: Businesses should be pre-revenue or in business less than two years.
✅ Industry Focus: We are prioritizing businesses in the following sectors:
- Consumer Products & Retail (sustainable brands, e-commerce, local products)
- Food & Beverage (restaurants, food products, delivery services)
- Technology & Innovation (SaaS, AI, fintech, health tech, apps)
- Social Impact & Sustainability (climate, social enterprises, community-driven businesses)
- Professional & Creative Services (marketing, consulting, design firms)
✅ New Business Ventures Welcome: If you are interested in obtaining a San Francisco business license or starting a new business in San Francisco, this event is a great way to connect with key local resources.
✅ Pitch-Ready Founders: Founders must be prepared to deliver a 3-minute pitch with a visual presentation followed by 3 minutes of judge feedback. The Pitch does not have to focus on raising money…. companies can ask for resources, strategic partners, feedback, brand awareness, etc.
Why Apply?
✔️ Expert Feedback: Gain insights from a panel of 3-4 industry experts, investors, and business advisors.
✔️ Exclusive Business Resources: All startups will receive free one-on-one consulting services from SF SBDC, including access to financial guidance, marketing support, and business strategy.
✔️ Meet Key SF Business Leaders: Connect with representatives from the City of San Francisco and learn about San Francisco small business resources that are available for free to help you grow your business.
✔️ Visibility & Networking: Showcase your business to 30+ attendees, including entrepreneurs, investors, and community leaders.
✔️ Prizes & Recognition: Award will be given for Judges’ Choice
Application & Selection Process
🔹 Deadline: Applications close March 14th.
🔹 Selection Process: The SF SBDC team will review applications and select 5 businesses that best align with the event criteria.
