2024 BE BOLD Pitch Competition

Building Opportunity, Leading Defiantly

In partnership with Proctor & Gamble Co., YWCA USA, and partners like you, YW3CA and associations nationwide are hosting Pitch Competitions to support local entrepreneurs and WE360 programs! This Pitch competition will allow women entrepreneurs across the YWCA Tri-County Area to compete for funding to support their growing businesses. Women’s Empowerment 360 Programs – WE360º – is a national program designed to empower women at all stages of entrepreneurship, guiding them toward launching and expanding successful businesses. If you want more information or have any questions, please visit our WE360 webpage or email WE360@ywcatricountyarea.org.

Pitch Your Business!

Who Is Eligible to Participate?

Any WE360° participant who has attended at least 4 of the 8 upcoming cohort sessions before the actual Pitch Competition. Sessions are held online via Zoom from 6 pm to 7 pm. Please fill out this Application to be reviewed and provided the Zoom link. The 8 cohort sessions will be held on every Tuesday and Thursday in February!

We are actively seeking Judges for our first annual Be BOLD Pitch Competition who have the following qualities: industry experience, entrepreneurial background, Investment or Funding Experience, Strategic Vision, Ethical and Fair Judgment, and Communication Skills. Please submit all applications from our website by March 15, 2024.

Want to Sponsor BE BOLD?

Join us in supporting women entrepreneurs by sponsoring BE BOLD “Building Opportunity, Leading Defiantly.” Your contribution will make a tangible difference in empowering local businesses and fostering economic growth. Together, let’s champion diversity and innovation in entrepreneurship. Head over to the WE360 page on our website to find the Sponsorship form. Once filled out, please email the completed form to WE360@ywcatricountyarea.org.