Aston University: West Midlands leading business pitching competition – last chance for applications
Applications are still open for the West Midlands premier business pitching competition.
Ambitious business leaders who want to improve their ability to win investment while simultaneously boosting their business profile have until Friday 27 January to submit their applications.
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Minerva Birmingham Pitch Up is a collaboration, co-delivered by the Centre for Growth at Aston University, University of Birmingham Enterprise, and Minerva Business Angels, part of the University of Warwick Science Park Ltd.
The main sponsor, British Business Bank, will be supporting with marketing and facilitating at the workshops, as well as participating at the finals during Venturefest on 1March 2023.
Now in its eighth year, participating businesses have the chance to pitch head-to-head to a variety of investors to win a cash prize of £3000 and be awarded the ultimate accolade of Pitch Up Champion.
The event has put more than 140 entrepreneurs directly in front of investors and helped bring in excess of £40,000,000 of investment to the region’s small businesses to date.
Tracy Sherratt, senior manager of The British Business Bank’s UK Network – West Midlands, said:
“I’m really pleased that we are sponsoring this exciting event. The British Business Bank’s remit is to support small businesses to access the finance they need to prosper and grow.
“This innovative competition will no doubt develop the skills of the businesspeople who take part, as well as giving them the chance to work with a number of investors. It’s great to have this opportunity for members of the business community in the West Midlands.”
Ibrahim Abbas, programme lead and business engagement manager at Aston Centre for Growth, said: “It’s rewarding to work with so many diverse businesses from a variety of sectors as they join to pitch some of the most innovative tech, products and services.
“What is even more rewarding is when we hear back from previous participants. Seeing how much they have grown since taking part in the programme is inspirational.
“It is great to have the support and sponsorship from British Business Bank and working closely with our partners and stakeholders. We are on the final push for applications.”
Paula Whitehouse, director of Aston Centre for Growth, said: “We are proud to continue creating investment opportunities for high growth companies in the West Midlands and look forward to welcoming our next cohort of innovative young businesses to Minerva Birmingham Pitch Up 2023.”
The application deadline is 27 January 2023.