Strengthen the story.
We are planning pitch preparation and mentor feedback so women can make a clear case for what they are building.
PITCH & BUILD · THE FIRST VIRTUAL EDITION
Her idea.
Our encouragement.
A developing pitch competition where women bring their businesses into a room of thoughtful feedback, practical support, and possibility.
Early 2027 · target windowVirtual · in development$500 award · proposed
The House is shaping its first online showcase, with an Ivy helping bring it to life. The proposed $500 cash award depends on confirmed funding; the date and full participation details will be announced before registration opens.
Be part of the beginning
MORE THAN A MOMENT AT THE MICROPHONE
A pitch.
A practical next step.
Bring the business to life.
A small group of selected finalists would pitch live online, followed by questions from a panel of judges.
Put encouragement to work.
The proposed award would support a meaningful business milestone, with feedback to help finalists keep moving.
Who is this for?
Women building or preparing to launch a business. Members and nonmembers may express interest now. Final business-stage, age, location, and eligibility requirements will be published before competition applications open.
How would a winner be chosen?
The planned format uses a published business rubric and judges with relevant experience. Criteria, weights, conflicts of interest, and tie-break rules will be settled before applications open. The proposed cash award would be decided by judging, rather than paid audience votes.
Will there be a fee?
Participation and audience pricing are still being considered. Any fees, what they include, and cancellation arrangements will be shared before anyone registers. Joining the interest list is free.
Can I help without pitching?
Yes. Express interest in attending, mentoring, judging, sponsoring, or producing the virtual event. Sponsorship and judging are separate responsibilities; supporting the program does not buy influence over its result.
Is this a membership or investment invitation?
This is a House initiative for business encouragement. Expressing interest does not grant membership, use a member’s invitation key, offer equity, or ask anyone to invest.
WAYS TO TAKE PART
The first chapter is taking shape.
Expressions of interest are welcome below. Competition applications and audience registration are not open yet.
BE PART OF THE FIRST CHAPTER
Bring an idea.
Or help one grow.
Entrepreneurs and supporters can express interest without House membership. Ivys can help shape a thoughtful first event.
This is an interest list. Competition applications and audience registration will open after the date, eligibility, rules, funding, and any fees are confirmed.
Share a short introduction, rather than a pitch deck or confidential business information. To update or remove your response, contact oakivyhouse@gmail.com.