Welcome to Pitch Mayhem: Where March Madness Meets Shark Tank!

Get ready for the ultimate showdown of tech brilliance, where the energy of March Madness collides with the intensity of Shark Tank.

🔥 The Playbook: How It Works

1st Round: Remote Showdown 💻

• Think of it like the buzzer-beating excitement of March Madness. Tech founders will step onto the virtual court, delivering a lightning-fast 60-second pitch from wherever they are. It's a sprint to capture attention and showcase the essence of their startup's game plan.

• Then, just like a post-game analysis, they'll face a 2-minute Q&A session with our panel of judges. It's the chance to break down their plays, dive into strategy, and show they've got what it takes to dominate the competition.

2nd Round: Advancing to Elite Status 🚀

• It's time to level up, just like teams advancing through the bracket in March Madness. The tech founders who shine in the 1st round will bring their A-game for another remote pitch. They'll have 2 minutes to lay it all on the line, pitching their startup's winning strategy.

• But wait, there's more! Following their pitch, they'll face a rigorous 3-minute Q&A session. It's like navigating the intense pressure of Shark Tank, where every question is a chance to prove they're ready to take on the big leagues.

3rd Round: The Grand Finale in Nevada 🎤

Now, it's time for the ultimate showdown, live and in-person in Reno and Las Vegas. It's the championship game where only the best of the best make it to center court. These tech titans will have 5 minutes to wow the crowd with their vision, passion, and game-changing ideas.

• Picture the excitement of a March Madness final combined with the high-stakes drama of Shark Tank. It's the moment when dreams become reality, and tech founders have the chance to score big in front of a live audience and investors.