Open Pitch Session at The Combine
By now, you've probably heard about The Combine. If you haven't, stop reading and click this link: http://www.thecombine.org/
Ok, now that you know about The Combine, let me tell you a little more about the very first event on the agenda - Open Pitch Session. We're kicking things off with an open pitch session because The Combine is truly a display of talent and creativity - not just from the incredible speaker lineup, but from the attendees, too. We know there is a whole slew of great ideas out there, just waiting to be heard by the person who can turn it into reality. Maybe that person is an investor. Maybe it's a co-founder you're looking for. Maybe you don't know what you're looking for. As long as you believe you've got a good idea, bring it.
What should I pitch?
Probably a business idea, but maybe something else. Based on what I know about the attendees so far, it looks like there will be lots of help for people with ideas for web-based businesses. I also know that most of these people can help with just about anything creative. So, if you've got an idea for a non-profit that will change the world, or if you think you've figured out how to build an affordable, wearable, human jet-pack, I think you should come pitch that, too.
Will there be investors there?
Definitely. We're expecting Angels & VC's. SproutBox, HALO Capital Group, and Gravity Ventures will be front-and-center looking for people and ideas to invest in.
Who else will be there?
There will be designers, programmers, lawyers and biz dev folks. There will be other entrepreneurs, educators, and probably even a few scientists. If there's a human resource you need to take your idea to the next level, and you can't find it at this event, then you [insert you're favorite direct insult here].
When and Where is it taking place?
2pm on Thursday Sept 9 at SproutBox. http://sproutbox.com/what/box
What should I bring?
Whatever you need to make your point - as long as it's not toxic or illegal. Bring a laptop or powerpoint if you want. We'll have computer set up with sound and internet and a giant projection screen. Mostly, just bring the ideas. Bring some peanut butter or chocolate, and try to bump into someone else. Maybe something magical will happen.
OK, I'm ready to pitch, who should I contact?
If there's time, we'll let anyone grab the mic on the spot, but you should send an email to pitch }at{ thecombine }dot{ org to guarantee yourself a spot.
