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Save the date for our next Pitch Contest that will be held on November 6, 2025 at CIC Providence. More details coming soon!

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?

• Our next Pitch Contest will be held on November 6, 2025. Details coming soon!

Looking to Present a Pitch?

• Our next Pitch Contest will be held on November 6, 2025. Details coming soon!

Questions?

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