Black Orlando Tech and KoFound Present "Battle of the BOTS" Pop-Up Pitch Competition”, Showcasing Orlando's Tech Innovators

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Black Orlando Tech and KoFound Present "Battle of the BOTS" Pop-Up Pitch Competition”, Showcasing Orlando's Tech Innovators

Orlando, FL – Tuesday, July 18th 2023 – Black Orlando Tech, in collaboration with KoFound, is thrilled to announce the upcoming "Battle of the BOTS" Pop-Up Pitch Competition, scheduled to take place on Thursday, July 27th, 2023, at 6pm EST. This exciting tech event aims to provide a platform for Orlando's most promising tech startups, founders, visionaries, entrepreneurs, and software engineers to showcase their innovative ideas and drive for scalability.

The Battle of the BOTS Pop-Up Pitch Competition will serve as a catalyst for fostering the growth and development of tech-enabled companies in Orlando. By bringing together local talent, investors, advisors, and industry pioneers, the event seeks to create an atmosphere of collaboration, mentorship, and opportunity.

Participants in the competition will have the chance to compete for attractive cash prizes, with the following amounts:

● 1st Place: $5,000

● 2nd Place: $2,500

● 3rd Place: $1,000

In addition to the cash prizes, participants will also receive invaluable feedback and guidance from esteemed tech investors, advisors, and founders from within the Orlando Tech community.

This esteemed panel of judges will lend their expertise and insights to help shape the future trajectory of the participating startups. "We are excited to host the Battle of the BOTS Pop-Up Pitch Competition in partnership with KoFound," said Joshua "TechDev" Walker, Co-Chair and Co-Founder of Black Orlando Tech, expressed his enthusiasm for the upcoming competition, stating, "At Black Orlando Tech, we believe in the transformative power of technology and entrepreneurship. Through the 'Battle of the Bots Pop-Up Pitch Competition,' we are empowering talented minority founders by providing them with the financial resources they need to turn their visions into reality. This event serves as a crucial stepping stone towards a more inclusive and prosperous tech landscape."

To participate in the Battle of the BOTS Pop-Up Pitch Competition, interested individuals and companies must sign up using the provided registration link: https://bit.ly/popup_startuppitch.

The submission process is open to all tech-enabled companies based in Orlando, seeking to make an impact in their respective industries and scale their ventures.

"We believe that empowering local entrepreneurs and providing them with access to valuable networks and resources is key to driving technological advancement," stated Jehue Francois,

Co-founder of KoFound. "By partnering with Black Orlando Tech, we aim to foster an inclusive and diverse ecosystem that propels the growth of Orlando's tech scene."

Key Details:

Event: Battle of the BOTS Pop-Up Pitch Competition

Date: Thursday, July 27th, 2023

Time: 6:00 PM EST

Location: Virtual Video Event

For media inquiries, sponsorship opportunities, or further information, please contact:

Josh Walker/ Emily Walker/ Safia Porter

Co-Founder and Marketing Leads

info@blackorlandotech.org

About Black Orlando Tech:

Black Orlando Tech (BOT) is on a mission to bridge the diversity gap in the tech sector and create pathways for career advancement and entrepreneurship among minorities. By increasing awareness, activities, networks, and resources, BOT is committed to accelerating the "BOT Bump," which refers to the economic advancement of minority communities through workforce, small business, and socioeconomic development in the technology industry.

About KoFound:

KoFound is a “real-time” peer to peer venture studio helping traditionally underrepresented early tech founders validate, grow and scale. Our founder led framework is centered around removing the typical “romance and “noise” from tech while navigating teams through the early validation journey. Whether it’s from the point of view of an overlooked founder or an investor with an underperforming portfolio we believe our focus is the best way to produce promising, sound, founders!

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