Win cash & equity funding at our first-ever WMNtech Founder Pitch Competition!

Get your pitches ready, because applications  just opened for our first-ever WMNtech Pitch Competition!

On average, less than 3% of all VC investment goes to women-led companies, and at 1871, we’re committed to playing an active role in closing this funding & opportunity gap. In this three-round virtual pitch competition, early stage women-identifying tech founders pitch their company for a chance to win a cash prize & equity opportunities from a panel of VC partners. 

The WMNtech Pitch Competition is our latest addition to our larger women tech founder initiative, which includes immersive programming, tailored resources, mentorship, and community support to help early stage women-identifying entrepreneurs embrace their unique strengths & break down the barriers they face. We can’t wait to bring together our full community of early, growth, and corporate members, VC partners, and allies as we bring much needed attention & resources to some incredible women-led startups!

Event Breakdown

Round 1 —Application review:

2.9.22 – 3.02.22 | Apply here! 

Round 2 — Semi-finals:

3.24.22 | Time TBD

The top 20 founders will virtually pitch their businesses to a panel of business leaders in a closed session. 

Round 3 — Finals

3.31.22 | 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM CST

The top 5 finalists will participate in a hybrid pitch to a panel of judges consisting of business leaders & major VCs in our network. This round will be open to the public.

Funding & awards 

Participating founders will have the chance to earn:

Visit our website for more information & apply by 3.02.22 for our WMNtech Pitch Competition!

• Cash prizes & equity funding from our sponsoring VC partners, totalling $50k+ that will be awarded at the final event
• 6-months free membership to 1871 to our top 5 finalists
• Valuable connections to the best & brightest business leaders, tech entrepreneurs, & investors!