In collaboration with West Yorkshire Combined Authority

The Pitch Room

WEST YORKSHIRE

03 December 2025, Leeds

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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Process Criteria

Application process

We have a 4-stage application process to ensure applicants and their businesses are at the right stage of their journey and are able to gain the most benefit from this opportunity.

Stage 1

Complete Application

Please check that you meet the criteria mentioned above. If you do, then complete the application form using the link below

Stage 2

Video Submission

Shortlisted applicants from stage 2 will be asked to submit a video pitch entry for the Foundervine team to review

Stage 3

Final Selection

Six applicants from stage 3 will be sent an invitation to pitch at the event. They will have 2 days to accept the invitation. If we do not receive the acceptance we will invite the next applicant.

Stage 4

Pitch Your Business

The six shortlisted pitchers will pitch live in front of the judge panel. The winners will be announced on the same day and feedback provided on the pitch.

Would you or someone you know benefit from this programme?