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Our pitch submission deadline was October 30, 2025, at 5:00 PM. Please join us at our Pitch Contest on November 6, 2025 at CIC Providence.

About the Pitch Contest

The Rhode Island Elevator Pitch Contest is a high-energy event during which each presenter will have 90 seconds to present their idea to a panel of judges from the Rhode Island business community and a general audience. Should we receive an overwhelming number of applicants, presenters will be chosen by lottery.

This 90-second period represents the time you'd have to share an elevator ride with a potential investor. Just as one wouldn’t present a slide deck in an elevator, presenters must speak without PowerPoints and the like.

This is a great opportunity to get your idea in front of potential investors, gather valuable feedback, potentially meet new teammates or advisors, and possibly win some cash!

Judging Criteria

• Problem is clearly defined.
• Why the proposed solution is better than any other currently available solution.
• Financial potential of the idea.
• Ability to execute plan.
• Overall pitch quality.

Looking to Attend?

• If you are interested in attending to watch this event, please click here to register.

Looking to Present a Pitch?

• Our pitch submission deadline was 5:00 PM on Thursday, October 30, 2025.

Questions?

If you have any questions about the event or presenting a pitch, please email info@ri-business.com.