THE GREAT PRAIRIES PITCH MARATHON
FAQs
PITCHING FAQs
1.
When is the deadline to apply?
The deadline to apply for the 2023 Great Pitch Marathon is August 18, 2023. Apply now before the deadline!
3.
At what time will I present my company on August 24, 2023
Companies selected to present will choose a time to present during a block based on their company sector/industry.
5.
What is the pitch format?
Presenters get 3 minutes to pitch their startup company online via Zoom. You share your audio and slides from your computer.
2.
When will I know if my company has made the cut?
Companies selected to present during the pitch marathon will be notified on a rolling basis.
4.
Can there be more than 1 presenter during our pitch?
Yes, you may have up to 2 live presenters during your company pitch at the event. Practice beforehand!
6.
How do I cancel my offer to present my company?
Contact us to discuss how we can help you cancel your confirmed offer to pitch during the 2023 marathon.
ATTENDING FAQs
1.
When is the deadline to grab the event and afterparty tickets?
The deadline to get tickets to attend the online event and afterparty is on August 24, 2023. They're free! Registration opens Spring 2023.
3.
When and where are the 2023 afterparties hosted?
YEG afterparty | TBD
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YYC afterparty | TBD
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YXE afterparty | TBD
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YQR afterparty | TBD
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YWG afterparty | TBD
5.
Is there a minimum age to attend the afterparties?
No, tickets for all afterparty locations are for all ages.
2.
When does the 2023 event start and end this year?
Pitches begin at 8am MDT/9am CDT on August 24th and will run until 5pm MDT/ 6pm CDT with afterparties proceeding till late.
4.
Does it cost money to attend the pitching marathon or afterparties?
It's free for you to pitch and to come to the party! We want to support the entrepreneurs that make this community possible. If you or somebody you know is interested in sponsoring the event though, we'd love to chat!