Applications open for Pitch Up, the West Midlands' premier pitching competition

Applications are open for Pitch Up, the West Midlands' premier pitching competition. Apply now to boost your investment skills and profile.

Organised by the Centre for Enterprise and Enterprise at Aston University, University of Birmingham Enterprise, and Minerva Business Angels at the University of Warwick Science Park, the competition is in its 11th year and has connected over 230 entrepreneurs with investors, helping to secure over £75,000,000 in investments for the region's small businesses.

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The competition will support you to develop and refine your pitch, network with, and impress investor panels. Finalists will have the opportunity to compete for the Best Pitch Award and a cash prize in front of a live audience at Venturefest WM, 10th March 2026, in Wolverhampton.

Deadline: 10am, 12th January 2026