Backed.Ventures Pitch Days
Pitch live. Connect with investors.
Founders get a timed, moderated slot to present and answer investor questions. Investors discover relevant startups in one focused session, free of charge. Pitch Days are starting in Q1 2027, with dates to be confirmed.
Bookings are not open yet and no dates are confirmed.
How it works
How Pitch Days work
For founders
- 1. Choose an event and slot. Pick a sector-focused Pitch Day and a provisional slot.
- 2. We review your application. Your slot is held while we review it.
- 3. Pay to confirm. Once approved you have a limited time to pay. Unpaid slots are released.
- 4. Pitch live. Present for 10 minutes, then take 5 minutes of investor questions.
For investors
- 1. Register for free. Use your active, email-verified investor account.
- 2. Choose events that fit. Events are organised by sector so the line-up is relevant.
- 3. Join online. Receive your private joining details before the event.
- 4. Watch, ask, follow up. Ask questions in the Q&A, then follow up with founders through the platform.
For founders
Pitch live and answer investor questions
- Present your startup directly to registered investors, not just through a written profile.
- Hear investors' questions first-hand and learn what they want to know.
- A fixed, moderated format gives every founder the same time and the same stage.
- Pair it with a structured pitch listing so interested investors can find you afterwards.
For investors
Discover relevant startups in moderated sessions
- Watch several founders in a single focused session instead of chasing individual meetings.
- Sector-focused events mean you see companies in the areas you care about.
- Ask questions live and judge the founder, not only the deck.
- Free to attend. Any deck access still goes through the founder's own approval.
Event format
10-minute pitch. 5-minute Q&A.
10 min
Founder pitch
A focused presentation of your business.
5 min
Investor Q&A
Questions from registered investors, managed by the moderator.
Up to 8
Founders per event
By default. Each event page shows its exact running order.
Pricing
Planned Pitch Day pricing
Standard founder booking
$149
Per Pitch Day slot, when bookings open.
Founders with an eligible paid pitch listing
$99
Per Pitch Day slot, when bookings open.
Investors
Free
Active, email-verified investor accounts.
Bookings are not open yet. When they open, founders will pay only after an application is approved, and each event will show its refund schedule before payment.
Upcoming
Upcoming Pitch Days
No Pitch Days are scheduled yet. Pitch Days are starting in Q1 2027, with dates to be confirmed. Dates will be published here once confirmed.
Planned sector focus
AI
Applied AI, machine learning and data products.
Technology
Software, SaaS, deep tech and infrastructure.
Fintech
Payments, lending, wealth and financial infrastructure.
Sustainability
Climate, energy, circular economy and impact.
Other industries
Health, consumer, mobility and more, where there is demand.
Sector categories show where we plan to run events. They are not a schedule.
Why Backed.Ventures
Live presentations that complement the marketplace
Structured pitches
Founders publish a structured listing. Investors browse by sector, stage and raise size.
Founder-controlled decks
Investors request deck access and the founder approves or declines. A live event does not change that.
Live conversation
A Pitch Day lets investors hear the founder and ask questions before deciding whether to follow up.
The public marketplace launches on 20 January 2027. Read how it works.
Preparation
Founder preparation and moderation
What to prepare
- A clear 10-minute presentation that you have rehearsed against the clock.
- Honest numbers you can explain: traction, the raise and how it will be used.
- Answers for the questions investors usually ask about the market, team and risks.
- A tested connection, microphone and camera.
How moderation works
- A moderator opens the session and introduces each founder.
- Every founder gets the same timings, managed by the moderator.
- The moderator manages investor questions in the Q&A.
- Participants who break the participation terms can be removed.
FAQ
Pitch Days questions answered
What is a Backed.Ventures Pitch Day?
A live, moderated online startup pitch event. A small group of founders each present for a fixed slot (a 10-minute pitch followed by 5 minutes of investor questions) while registered investors watch and ask questions. Events are organised by sector so investors see companies relevant to them.
When are the first Pitch Days?
Pitch Days are starting in Q1 2027. No dates are confirmed yet. The public marketplace launches on 20 January 2027. Register your interest and we will email you when the first events are announced.
How long is each founder's slot?
By default each founder has a 10-minute pitch and a 5-minute question-and-answer period, with up to eight founders per event. A short host introduction and a break part-way through are built into the running order. The event page shows the exact format and times before you book.
How much will a Pitch Day cost?
When bookings open, founders will pay $149 for a standard booking, or $99 if they have an eligible paid pitch listing on Backed.Ventures. Investors attend free. Bookings are not open yet, and prices will be shown on each event page before you pay.
Who gets the $99 founder price?
Founders who already have an eligible paid pitch listing on Backed.Ventures. If you do not, the standard $149 price applies.
How will founders book a slot?
Bookings are not open yet. When they open, founders will choose a provisional slot and send their details. We review every application. If it is approved the founder has a limited time to pay, and the slot is confirmed only once payment is received. Unpaid slots are released so other founders can take them.
Who can attend as an investor?
Registered investors with an active, email-verified account. Some events may ask for an additional verification step on your investor profile. Joining details are for you only and must not be shared.
How does moderation work?
A moderator opens each session, keeps every founder to the same timings and manages the question-and-answer period. Participants who breach the participation terms can be removed. Moderation keeps the format fair; it is not an endorsement of any company.
What should founders prepare?
A clear 10-minute presentation, one or two key slides at most, honest numbers you can explain, and answers to the questions investors usually ask: the problem, traction, the raise and how you will use it. Test your connection and audio beforehand. Joining instructions are sent to confirmed founders.
Do I need a pitch listing on the marketplace to take part?
A listing helps: it gives investors a structured profile to look at after your presentation, and it makes you eligible for the $99 price. Whether an event also accepts Pitch Day-only founders is stated on that event's page.
How do Pitch Days relate to deck access?
Live presentations complement the marketplace. They do not replace its controls. Your deck is still shared only through the founder-controlled request process: an investor asks, and you approve or decline.
Are Pitch Days recorded?
Do not assume so. Recording and sharing by participants is not recommended unless the event page says otherwise.
Will refunds be available?
Each event will show its refund schedule before you pay. If Backed.Ventures cancels an event you are refunded in full. A refund is complete once our payment provider has confirmed it.
Which sectors will events cover?
We plan sector-focused events, starting with AI, technology, fintech and sustainability, plus other industries where there is demand. Tell us which sectors you care about when you register your interest.
Is attendance, an introduction or investment guaranteed?
No. Backed.Ventures does not guarantee investor attendance, introductions, replies or any investment, and does not give investment, legal or tax advice.
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Important information and risks
Attendance by investors, introductions, replies and investment are not guaranteed. Pitch Days are an opportunity to present and meet, not a promise of any outcome.
Backed.Ventures is an introduction and information platform. It is not an investment adviser, broker, arranger or dealer, and it does not give investment, legal or tax advice.
Presentations are made by founders about their own businesses and have not been verified or endorsed by Backed.Ventures. Investing in early-stage companies is high risk and you may lose all of the money you invest.
Nothing on this page is a financial promotion or an invitation or inducement to invest. Any investment decision is yours alone and you should take independent professional advice.