In collaboration with West Yorkshire Combined Authority

The Pitch Room

WEST YORKSHIRE

03 December 2025, Leeds
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Unlocking West Yorkshire’s Potential

West Yorkshire is alive with ambitious founders and bold ideas, but many don’t get the stage, support or spotlight they deserve. This untapped potential creates a powerful opportunity for entrepreneurs to step forward, drive growth, and reshape the region’s investment landscape.
The Pitch Room in West Yorkshire is your chance to do just that. Six underrepresented entrepreneurs will pitch to investors and industry experts. With tailored pitch training, media exposure and networking with peers and funders, this high-energy night is designed to unlock growth, visibility, and opportunity for founders ready to take the stage.

Prepare for the stage!

The evening will begin with a welcome and relaxed networking reception, featuring local food, drink and activities to help guests meet and connect. Following opening remarks from Foundervine and the West Yorkshire Combined Authority, the spotlight will turn to the six founders as they take the stage for the live pitching competition - delivering five-minute pitches followed by Q&A with the judging panel.
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The audience will then take part in an interactive vote for the People’s Choice Award, before the night concludes with a celebration of the winners.
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Meet the pitchers

Abbie Bartlett
Founder, Why Social Ltd
Amanda Maccannel
Co-Founder, Pathways Open
Conor Boyle
Founder & CEO, Plate Up Limited
Georgina Fairhall
Founder & CEO, Wac
Kate Hutchinson
Founder, The Sustainability Community
Sadie James
Founder, Empower Her English CIC