ACE Pitch Competition 3-Minute Pitches & Networking

Please join us for the 2026 Accelerate California Entrepreneurship (ACE) Pitch Competition 3-Minute Pitch Round. This is an opportunity for innovative diverse founders to compete for non-dilutive Acceleration Grant funding awards of up to $100,000.

At this kickoff event, you'll watch a pre-selected group of innovative founders present their 3-minute pitch to an elite panel of judges who will lead Q&A. Whether you’re a founder, investor, or innovation enthusiast, it’s a great way to support our innovation ecosystem.

What to Expect:

• Pre-selected group of founders pitching live on stage
• Q&A with the judges
• Robust networking with the innovation ecosystem