Description

Fremont Chamber Pitch Program, powered by Innovate Bay, is an exciting opportunity for entrepreneurs, startups, and small business owners to showcase their ideas, products, and services in front of business leaders, investors, and community stakeholders. Designed to foster innovation and economic growth in Fremont, the program provides participants with a platform to refine their business story, gain valuable feedback, build meaningful connections, and increase visibility within the local business community.

Whether you’re launching a new venture, scaling an existing business, or introducing an innovative solution, The Pitch Program empowers entrepreneurs to present their vision with confidence while competing for recognition, resources, and opportunities that can accelerate business growth.

Join us as we celebrate innovation, support local entrepreneurship, and help turn great ideas into successful businesses.

The winner will be recognized at the Fremont Chamber's Annual Gala in 2027.

Timeline

Applications Due July 17

Application fee: $25 non-refundable
Application deadline: July 17

Round 1: July 20–23

Pitch interviews (participants can choose online or in person)
3-minute presentation + 2-minute Q&A (5 minutes total per company)
Committee selects Top 5 to advance

Round 2: August 6

Top 5 pitches Present to business community, Economic Development Department, and VC representatives.
Same presentation format: 3-minute pitch + 2-minute Q&A
Top 3 selected to advance

Round 3: Closed-Door Final Round

Top 3 pitches Present to corporate partners, Fremont Mayor Salwan, VC representatives, and Fremont Chamber Executive Board
Format: 3-minute pitch + 5-minute Q&A
One overall winner selected