Deadline Extended: February 5th, 2026
The Phorum "Top Pitch Demo Pit" features the region’s foremost emerging companies providing cutting-edge innovation. The Top Pitch Demo Pit was created to allow new and developing enterprises to connect with C-level executives and decision-makers attending the Phorum Technology Conference. Each participant will have 4 minutes to present their company to a panel of judges and the Phorum audience. They will also have space on the conference floor to showcase their technology throughout the day.
At the end of the conference, one presenting company will be named “Best in Show” and receive automatic entry to pitch at the PACT Mid-Atlantic Capital Conference. Since our inaugural event, past participants have raised more than $350M in capital, with three successfully completing exits to strategic acquirers.
What is the Phorum Top Pitch Demo Pit?
The Phorum Demo Pit was created to allow companies to connect with C-level enterprise decision-makers attending the conference. Growth- and early-stage technology companies, with a product in early commercialization, are encouraged to apply.
Each company selected will receive:
- Exposure through press releases, PACT social media, and the Phorum webpage
- A chance to demo your product in our Demo Pit
- A 4-minute live speed pitch during the Phorum Technology Conference
An esteemed panel of investor judges will pick three companies as finalists. Ultimately, one will be named Best in Show Winner during the closing session of the Phorum Technology Conference on March 6th, 2026, at the Comcast Technology Center. This winner will receive an automatic entry to present at the PACT Mid-Atlantic Capital Conference in the fall, where the company will gain valuable exposure, exclusive meeting opportunities, and a chance to raise capital in front of a live audience.
Top Four Reasons to Apply for the Phorum 2026 Top Pitch Demo Pit:
Top Four Reasons to Apply for the Phorum 2026 Top Pitch Demo Pit:
- Exposure to 300+ attendees, primarily consisting of business leaders/decision makers of enterprises (i.e. CEOs, CIOs, CMOs, CSOs, etc.)
- 4 minutes to pitch your business on the main stage, along with a dedicated space in our Demo Pit to demo your product.
- Inclusion on the Phorum website
- Announcement of Phorum's Best in Show and brand exposure through Phorum marketing communications
Key Dates for Applicants:
- December 17: Applications Open
- February 5th: Submission due date
- February 9th: Finalists Notified
- February 16: Preliminary collateral due; logo and company profile
- February 23: Pitch Deck due
- March 5: Phorum Technology Conference at Comcast Technology Center