What to look forward to
AI founders, side-hustlers, and technical builders will deliver three-minute live pitches, with the audience voting to award one winner $1,000. Supported by 1PB.org, which backs entrepreneurs through mentorship, investment, and support, the event will also feature demos, candid feedback, and networking.
Inside the event
Builders take the stage 🚀 → Apply to pitch! Applications close Oct 22. Each pitcher gets 3 minutes to pitch their idea LIVE, in front of founders, side-hustlers, and builders. The crowd judges and votes. One person goes home with $1,000 cash on the spot. 💰 Real demos encouraged. Funded by 1PB.org (One Percent Back) Helping entrepreneurs succeed through mentorship, investment, and support. You pay it forward by donating 1% of the equity to a 501c3 non-profit dedicated to helping more entrepreneurs. How It Works Apply to pitch → Submit your pitch deck Get selected → Final pitchers confirmed by Oct 22 Pitch live → 3 minutes on stage, at The Grisly Pear Midtown (NOT THE NYU ONE) Audience votes → Real-time votes Winner walks out with $1,000 cash, same night You Should Pitch if you: Are building something with AI, no matter how early Have a side project you've been waiting to show someone Want honest feedback from real builders, not just yes-men Are ready to get on a stage and make your case → Apply to pitch! Applications close Oct 22. Who Should Attend? Working founders and operators building with AI Side-hustlers shipping nights and weekends Developers and technical builders Anyone curious what's actually getting built in NYC right now → Free admission What to Expect 5:30 PM — Doors open, mingle with the crowd 6:00 PM — Pitches begin 7:00 PM — Live voting + winner announcement 7:15 PM — Networking, $1K prize handed out
Meet in New York, NY
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Last checked: Oct 13, 2026. Confirm current availability before making plans.