2021 Texas Pitch Competition and Networking Event

5500 Caruth Haven Lane,Dallas TX 75225

14 December, 2021

Description

Support diverse entrepreneurs in Texas who are working to grow their businesses! Founders First supports businesses led by women, people of color, LGBTQ+, military veterans and businesses in low to moderate income areas by providing funding and acceleration services. At our Pitch Competition and Networking Event, you’ll meet area business owners who will present their growth plans to our VIP panel of judges. This event is the culmination of their hard work, as they compete for a chance to win up to $2,000 in cash and service awards. Reserve your spot now to hear from and support these talented entrepreneurs. You will have the chance to vote for the audience choice winner. Come celebrate their success at the reception following the program. We hope to see you there! 5:00pm - 5:30pm: Guest registration 5:30pm - 9:00pm: Pitch competition 9:00pm - 9:30pm : Reception and networking event Light refreshments will be available from 9:00pm. COVID Protocol: Masks are required within the building. Good luck to all the participants! Founders First CDC has a mission to help underserved, under represented small business owners overcome challenges faced by lack of access to capital and relevant resources to increase business capacity and expand job base. We are successful entrepreneurs helping other entrepreneurs achieve success. We are an accelerator with direct funding sources. Our programs guide founders through the process of achieving accelerated growth through curriculum, hands-on assignments and expert coaching. Finally we conclude with competitive pitch presentations to allow the business owner to advance to higher level of support and resources. Our programs focus on assisting under served and under represented established small businesses generating at least six figures in revenues. We have a special focus on those businesses led by women, ethnic minorities, military veterans and those located in low to moderate income areas.