🚀 Battle of the BOTs: Join Our Virtual Pitch Competition Featuring 5 Local Tech Founders!
Pitch competition
Orlando’s tech scene is growing and you’re invited to witness the next wave of innovation. On Tuesday, September 23rd at 7 PM, our nonprofit is hosting a high-energy Virtual Pitch Competition designed to showcase the brilliance, creativity, and resilience of five local tech founders who are shaping the future.
Battle of the BOTS is a celebration of Orlando’s growing tech community. Whether you're an investor, a startup enthusiast, or a supporter of local innovation, this is your front-row seat to the next big thing in tech, and it’s all online!
💡 What to Expect
Five promising founders from the Orlando tech ecosystem will each take the (virtual) stage with just 5 minutes to pitch their groundbreaking ideas to a panel of expert judges. From cutting-edge AI applications to platforms empowering underrepresented communities, each startup brings a unique and impactful vision to the table.
🏆 What’s at Stake?
A $5,000 grand prize will be awarded to the founder with the most compelling pitch, giving them a vital boost in scaling their startup.
🎤 Meet the Judges: Three Industry Experts
Our panel of judges includes top-tier industry leaders with years of experience in tech innovation, startup development, and venture funding:
Kimmy Paluch – Co-Founder & Managing Partner at Beta Boom
Jason Kraus – Investor & Partner at EQx Fund, Founder/CEO of Prepare 4 VC
Wilfredo Lasalle – Co-Founder of Simplix
They'll be offering feedback, insights, and deciding who takes home the grand prize.
💻 Meet the Founders: Top Local Tech Talent
Here’s a preview of the innovative talent showcasing their companies.
Matias Meirelles van Vliet - Founder
Kelly Daubach - Founder of ANU Wellness
Tatsiana Sokalava - Founder & Co-Founder of Data Intelligence Solutions and Career Scoops
April Young - Founder who completed BOT’s accelerator program
🌐 Virtual & Open to All
This pitch competition is 100% virtual, making it accessible to anyone who wants to support Orlando’s tech talent. Whether you're tuning in from your living room or a coworking space, you can engage with the event in real-time, cheer on your favorite founders, and get inspired by local innovation.
📅 Event Details
Date: Tuesday, September 23rd, 2025
Time: 7:00 PM (ET)
Location: Online (link provided upon registration)
✅ Register Now
Don't miss your chance to be part of this exciting night of innovation and community.
👉 Click here to register for the Virtual Pitch Competition
A huge thank you to the Orange County Government for sponsoring the competition and supporting the growing tech community.
By supporting events like this, you’re helping us fulfill our mission to empower the Orlando tech community through upskilling, hands-on experience, and entrepreneurial support.
