Catalyst Capital Symposia
2nd Innovation in Women's Health Pitch Competition
Date:
1/13/2025 4:30 PM
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9:00 pm
Location:
222 2nd St. San Francisco, CA 94105
Event Overview:
The pitch event is a dynamic competition aimed at discovering and supporting groundbreaking solutions that address critical issues in women’s health. By bringing together innovators, researchers, and entrepreneurs from around the globe, this event seeks to accelerate advancements in areas such as reproductive health, mental well-being, and chronic disease management. Participants will have the opportunity to showcase their ideas, gain valuable mentorship, and compete for prizes, all while contributing to the improvement of women’s health outcomes worldwide.
Application Phase
- Submission: Participants must apply to pitch and submit application by Oct 31, 2024, 11:59 PM PST.
- Applicants: Startups must be already formed and be early-stage (pre Series A).
- Focus: Startups are developing technologies specifically to improve women's health.
- Screening: Applications are reviewed by a committee which will select 10 finalists: 5 therapeutic and 5 medical device startups.
- Finalists: Finalists are committing to pitching in-person in San Francisco, CA.
Preparation Phase
- Workshops: Some competitions offer workshops or training sessions on effective pitching, presentation skills, and business strategy.
Pitch Presentation
- Format: Participants present their business ideas to a panel of judges, which may include investors, industry experts, or successful entrepreneurs. Startups will have a total of 10 minutes. We recommend a 5-minute pitch followed by a 5-minute Q&A session.
- Judging Criteria: Judges evaluate pitches based on criteria such as innovation, market potential, business model, team capability, and financial viability.
Judging and Scoring
- Evaluation: A Judging rubrik will be utilized. Judging scores will account for 75% of the score. An audience vote will account for the remaining 25% of the total score.
- Winners: Startups with the highest score will win: 1 for therapeutic and 1 for medical devices.
Awards and Recognition
- Prizes: Winners will be awarded various prizes including coworking space and services.
- Announcement: The results are announced at the end of the competition.
Agenda
4:30 PM - Networking, Registration
5:00 PM - Opening Remarks
5:30 PM - Pitch Competition
7:30 PM - Speed Networking (Judge’s Deliberations)
8:30 PM - Announcement of winners Awards Ceremony
8:45 PM - Closing Remarks
Prizes
1st place winners will receive the following prizes:
- $40k in office/lab space
- $25k custom UX design package from the largest femtech incubator in the US
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Catalyst Capital Symposia
IMPACT
Activating Startups
Catalyst Capital Symposia is a platform connecting founders and funders to catalyze innovation.
This monthly forum provides a unique opportunity for participants to gain valuable insights into emerging sectors and disruptive technologies that have the potential to revolutionize human health, the environment, and society.
Through engaging discussions, informative panels, and interactive workshops, aspiring and seasoned entrepreneurs and investors can learn about essential concepts, strategies, and best practices directly from industry experts.
By engaging the venture and startup ecosystem, the symposia encourages investors to be activists and empower startups with cutting-edge technology.
This monthly forum provides a unique opportunity for participants to gain valuable insights into emerging sectors and disruptive technologies that have the potential to revolutionize human health, the environment, and society.
Through engaging discussions, informative panels, and interactive workshops, aspiring and seasoned entrepreneurs and investors can learn about essential concepts, strategies, and best practices directly from industry experts.
By engaging the venture and startup ecosystem, the symposia encourages investors to be activists and empower startups with cutting-edge technology.
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Investing in Startups
Stay ahead of the curve by joining us at the Catalyst Capital Symposia, where you can gain valuable insights into emerging technologies, spanning various industries, from tech and healthcare to sustainability and beyond.
Join the ranks of investor-activists who not only provide financial backing but also lend their expertise, networks, and influence to nurture startups, catalyzing a collective effort towards a brighter, more innovative future.
Join the ranks of investor-activists who not only provide financial backing but also lend their expertise, networks, and influence to nurture startups, catalyzing a collective effort towards a brighter, more innovative future.
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Startups: Apply to Pitch
Are you ready to supercharge your innovative startup? Don't miss this golden opportunity to bring your vision to life!
Pitch your startup to an audience of industry experts, colleagues, and seasoned investors to gain valuable insights and feedback, forge strategic partnerships and connections, secure vital funding for your pioneering project, and elevate your startup to the next level!
Apply to pitch at one of the upcoming symposiums.
Pitch your startup to an audience of industry experts, colleagues, and seasoned investors to gain valuable insights and feedback, forge strategic partnerships and connections, secure vital funding for your pioneering project, and elevate your startup to the next level!
Apply to pitch at one of the upcoming symposiums.
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SPONSOR
Connecting with Potential Customers
Position your organization as a corporate sponsor and connect with a deeply engaged audience of investors, entrepreneurs, and industry experts.
Sponsorship at Catalyst Capital Symposia provides a range of advantages, such as heightened brand visibility, lead generation, networking opportunities, thought leadership, and early access to emerging technologies.
To explore the ways in which your company can benefit from sponsoring our event, reach out to us for more information.
Sponsorship at Catalyst Capital Symposia provides a range of advantages, such as heightened brand visibility, lead generation, networking opportunities, thought leadership, and early access to emerging technologies.
To explore the ways in which your company can benefit from sponsoring our event, reach out to us for more information.
SPONSOR
Be a Champion of Women's Health
Want to make an even bigger impact? Consider becoming a sponsor for Casino Night! As a sponsor, you'll receive prominent recognition at the event, on our marketing materials, and across our digital platforms. Sponsorship packages offer a unique opportunity to align your brand with a cause that resonates with so many.
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Aquillis SEED Fiscal Sponsor
Aquillius SEED is a Delaware for profit corporation operating through a fiscal sponsorship with Players Philanthropy Fund, Inc. a Texas nonprofit corporation recognized by IRS as a tax-exempt public charity under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code (Federal Tax ID: 27-6601178, ppf.org/pp). Contributions to Aquillius SEED qualify as tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law.
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