We will select up to 30 startups to pitch on stage and 30 startups to exhibit with free stands. Kindly submit all required information by Deadline: 8.05.2026!!
The event is Investor-Focused and Invite-Only.
Startups will be carefully selected by a jury of investors and analysts.
Selected startups must attend auditions in person at Maria01 on 20.05.2026 and 22.05.2026 from 15:00 to 17:00.
We recommend you to upload a video pitch to maximize your chances for selection (via Loom.com, it should take you 5 min)
Based on last year’s attendance, we expect to have 200 investors and LPs joining our event. So, prepare properly and follow instructions clearly!
Startups with stands are not required to audition.
Process Timeline:
- Deadline to apply: 08.05.2026
- Auditions Selection: 15.05.2026
- Pitching Workshop: 25.05.2026 at 16:00 - 19:00
- Final Selection: 26.05.2026
Pitch Deck: Google Slides only!
In 100 words describe: 1) What is your tech/product? 2) Why is it unique (USP)? 3) What outcome does it bring to the world/clients? 4) What does it mean to them on personal and business level?
Optional: You can share the following materials as links:
We collect your data solely for event purposes, including the pitch selection process. Your information will not be shared with external third parties, only with event partners and sponsors involved in the selection.
Data is securely stored for: 1) handling follow-ups with participants, 2) managing future invitations to similar events, 3) reporting to sponsors, 4) legal documentation of the event and 5) maintaining applicant records for future pitch competitions.
You have the right to request access, correction, or deletion at any time by contacting kristina@bsv.ventures
