Silicon Couloir’s 8th Annual Pitch Day will be held on Thursday, September 5th from 4 – 7 PM at the Center for the Arts in Jackson, WY. Pitch Day is a chance to meet some of your entrepreneurial neighbors and to learn about their latest up-and-coming companies in the Teton region. Pitch day is free to attend and open to the public with a reception to follow the main event.
The applicant pool this year was the strongest in the event’s history, with 13 passionate entrepreneurs vying for six spaces. After much thought and deliberation from the Selection Committee, Silicon Couloir is proud to announce a diverse and compelling group of finalists.
This year our presenters are:
Authentag: A blockchain technology company working with the pharmaceutical industry to track drugs from production to sales, thus reducing the risk of counterfeit products and potentially reducing costs through disruption of the supply chain.
Buddy Pegs Media: A diverse media company that celebrates bicycling and its social impact through books, podcasts, local classes, regional events, and an online community.
Franco Snowshapes: A hardgoods company building the finest custom snowboards through a unique, personal and tailored experience.
Mountainist: An online company that rents curated outdoor action sports apparel and protective gear to women.
Powwater: A social impact company that sells high-end water bottles and cups with 50% of profits directed to clean water projects around the globe.
Visably: A technology company created to improve brand performance and marketing by measuring and tracking brand visibility on the critical first page
We are pleased to announce the prizes for this year’s winning presenters, which are all increased from previous prizes.
Panelist Choice Award: $7,500
This award is given to the company that our experienced entrepreneur judges determine has (1) the most compelling business idea, (2) the best chance for business success, (3) the highest likelihood of getting funded, and (4) the strongest presentation.
Audience Choice Award: $2,500 Cash + 6-month free use at The Cowork Space in Jackson, WY
This award is given to the company who “wows” the audience with their presentation and company.
Bob Arndt Community Caretaker Award: $1000 + Invitation to join the TEAMS Program
In its second year, the Bob Arndt Community Caretaker Award is presented to that entrepreneur or venture whose person/team and company best embodies the core values and mission of Silicon Couloir, which is to align entrepreneurship with community vision to promote a diverse economy and healthy environment for current and future generations. Just as Bob lived his life guided by the value of community caretaking, this company will exemplify growing a culture of stewardship, leadership, participation, collaboration, and citizenship that inspires and enriches our tight-knit, welcoming mountain town. The winner will have the opportunity to participate in TEAMS, our highly successful mentoring program.
We are pleased to announce a highly experienced and esteemed group of panelists, which include:
- Deboarah Benton, founding partner of Kaktus Capital
- David Brown, early-stage venture capital and private equity investor
- Vivian Georgalas, entrepreneurial services coordinator at the Wyoming Business Council
- Carter Higley, Co-Founder and CEO of Bison Interests
- Christine Miele, angel investor and former investment banker.
- Dakin Sloss, Founder and General Partner of Prime Movers Lab
For complete bios please visit https://www.siliconcouloir.com/pitch-day.
Pitch Day is free to attend and open to the public. Company presentations will be followed by a reception in the lobby.
Pitch day is made possible by support from The Wyoming Business Council, Pirate Ship, and BXE Capital.
