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Pitch ONLINE to CVC’s/VC’s/angels at UCB’s ZOOM Meeting

Presented & Produced By UC Berkeley Extension

WHEN IS THE EVENT :

Fridayy, May 23^rd 2025 ·
9:00 AM - 12:00pm PDT

WHERE IS THE EVENT :

ONLINE (Link will be provided in time by UCB)

Event Focus

ABOUT THE EVENT

Join Us Online to CVC's/VC's/Angels Via ZOOM organized by UCB

*Note our 3 special Interview Guests already announced

Discover Pitch Global’s Premier UC Berkeley Extension Virtual and Hybrid Investor Events

Every month, Pitch Global-UC Berkeley Extension hosts one of the most dynamic and impactful virtual investor events in the Silicon Valley ecosystem. These events feature a lineup of exceptional opportunities for global entrepreneurs, including:

Keynote Speakers: Expect one to three distinguished experts, such as legendary VC Ben Narasin, former NEA Partner and Founder of Tenacity Ventures.
Investor Participation: Engage with up to 10 featured investors and 15–20 additional investors selected from our extensive network of thousands of influential professionals.
Prominent Organizations: Meet senior investors from renowned groups like TDK Ventures, Stanford Angels, Harvard Angels, Keiretsu Forum, Caltech Angels, Samsung Catalyst Fund, Hypertherm Ventures, US Angels, IPO Group, and more.

This virtual pitch event is your gateway to connecting with Silicon Valley’s most well-connected investors via Zoom. Whether you're seeking funding or strategic guidance, this is your chance to take center stage.

A Legacy of Success with UC Berkeley
In partnership with UC Berkeley, Pitch Global has hosted these events for over seven years, delivering 75+ successful engagements to date. Prior to 2019, all events were held in-person, fostering great success stories like Axbio, PrivateFleet, CargoChief, Telematrak, and many others.

From 2020 to 2023, the format transitioned entirely online, expanding accessibility to a global audience. Today, one-third of these events are hybrid, offering both online and in-person participation. Each event attracts approximately 20 investors, including CVCs, VCs, Family Offices, and Angels—creating unparalleled networking opportunities.

Added Value for Entrepreneurs
Our pitch events don’t end with presentations. Attending investors provide impromptu feedback, ensuring you gain actionable insights to refine your approach and enhance your investment potential.

Keynote and Opening Speakers

Raymond Zhen

Sr. Managing Director, Honda Xcelerator Ventures (Corporate Venturing and Open Innovation)

Naoto Mizuguchi

CFO at NEC X

Ben Haskell

Principal, Lam Capital

Typically attending representatives from Angels, VCs, and CVCs

SCHEDULE DETAILS

Startup Event Agenda

The agenda is subject to change and depends on last minute interferences by our attending companies, such as urgent board meetings or investment proposals

23rd JUN

FRIDAY

8:30 AM - 9:00 AM

ZOOM Opens and Opportunity for Networking

9:00 AM - 9:05 AM

Welcome

UC Berkeley Extension and Pitch Global welcome the audience

9:05 AM - 9:20 AM

Q&A Style Keynote

Keynote Interview with Raymond Zheng, Sr. Managing Director, Honda Xcelerator Ventures (Corporate Venturing and Open Innovation)

9:20 AM - 9:30 AM

Special Guest

Naoto Mitzugushi, CFO NEC X

9:30 AM - :9:35 AM

Q&A style interview

Ben Haskell, Principal Lam Research Capital

9:35 AM - 9:40 AM

Introduction of featured Judges

9:40 AM - 11:45 AM

Selected startups present

11:45 AM - 12:15 PM

Seperate Breakout Rooms for One on One Mentorship

OUR TESTIMONIAL

Hear what they say about Pitch Global Events

Testimonials from entrepreneurs and investors who have experienced Pitch Global Events.

I've had the pleasure of working with Axel for over a year, and his expertise in fundraising and guiding startups has been invaluable. He is a highly experienced and strategic advisor with a deep understanding of business development, investment strategy, and scaling companies. Axel doesn’t just offer advice—he provides actionable insights that drive real results. If you're looking for a sharp, forward-thinking leader who can navigate complex challenges and unlock growth opportunities, Axel is the person you want in your corner. I highly recommend him to any founder or team looking for a strategic advisor.

Sujit DalaiCofounder & Head of Product

I was fortunate to have been invited to a Pitch Global Event at JP Morgan conference where Axel was the Guiding Star to a highly qualified Entrepreneurial Presenters. It was a very professionally managed event on the 28th floor of Embarcadero 2 building. The crispiness of each Presenter was admirable as it had been guided by Axel and his colleague. They maintained the interactivity and the flow extremely efficiently. There were a few good potential Investors but it was rather thin in that venue. Axel takes personal interest and guides companies to prepare using his deep knowledge and understanding of the Pathway to Successful Entrepreneurship. The Pitch Global platform is not only valuable but scalable across USA and in Global Markets. Although getting in is not easy, I am certain you will find it extremely rewarding once you get a seat. I was blessed with a complimentary seat thru Niterra Ventures who is evaluating the MedAdhere Platform.

Sanjeev ChitreManaging Partner, The U-Group

"Axel Tillmann (Founding EIR, Pitch Global) is an intuitively creative guy and a super advisor! I am embarking on a fund raising round for my company and needed guidance on how to target my pitch so it appeals to investors. I pitched to Axel and his associates. I got good feedback from that session which I incorporated. But as a scientist, my presentation was probably still simply too scientific (or stilted and boring as my wife would say). Then Axel went further. He took my slides and made them come alive. He moved all the material to a new eye catching template, rearranged the sequence to highlight the milestones already achieved, and made the case that the opportunity was largely de-risked as we had FDA clearance! Axel and Pitch Global can be a force multiplier for any entrepreneur and I recommend him wholeheartedly. ."

DIPU GHOSH, MSEE, MBACEO, FOUNDER, HEPATIQ

“Pitch Global’s advice and efforts, part of the TFG Network, were instrumental in the success of our fund raising efforts of $29M which came mostly from investors in their network. We have benefited from the continuous support as well as the advice on Corporate and Business Strategy from the TFG Mentors Kaustav Chaudhuri and Axel Tillmann”

IGOR IVANOVPRESIDENT AND COO, AXBIO Inc.

"I had the pleasure of being mentored by Axel Tillman at Pitch Global and I can confidently say that it was an incredibly rewarding experience. Axel’s knowledge and expertise in the field of business and entrepreneurship was immediately evident, as he was able to provide me with valuable advice and insight into the world of startups. Axel’s mentorship style was incredibly effective. He was able to provide me with clear and concise advice that was easy to understand and implement. He was also patient and understanding, taking the time to explain concepts in detail and answer any questions I had. I was also able to benefit from his extensive network of contacts, which gave me the opportunity to connect with other entrepreneurs and learn from their experiences. Overall, I highly recommend Axel Tillman’s mentorship at Pitch Global. His expertise and guidance was invaluable and I am confident that his mentorship will help any aspiring entrepreneur reach their goals."

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Reserve your ticket now to pitch your ideas or be inspired by groundbreaking innovations.

Early Bird

$497

(regular $697)

Join us for an exclusive opportunity to present your startup to top investors and industry leaders.

PRESENTOR SPONSOR (VIP Pitch)

$1,497

PRESENTOR/SPONSOR is our VIP ticket, which affords the company 15 min time. Typically we are starting with a Q&A style interview before the actual pitch, giving special attention to this company.

Investors

Free

Join us as an Accredited Investor and land see some of the best companies in the valley. (we are checking your credentials - this is not a backdoor for free registration)

EVENT GALLERY

Collection of images from our past startup events

Celebrating innovation and community: A look back at the collaborative spirit and breakthroughs from our past events

Pitch Event Details for Startups

Learn how to prepare effectively and leverage our network for valuable introductions, ensuring you get the most out of pitching at Pitch Global

01.

Preparation

Startups will be connected to the UC Berkeley Extension team 5 days before the event. The Extension team will provide logistical details for the event.

Whitelist @airtable.com because instructions will come from there.

*Contact us here for pre-event coaching and Pitch Deck review (extra charges apply)

02.

Pitch Time: 6 minutes

Startups will have 6 minutes to pitch. To maintain the flow of the event any runover time will cut into you Q&A session.

**Get 4 extra minutes when you upgrade to the VIP Pitch

03.

Questions: 2 minutes

If your pitch doesn’t run over it’s 6 minute allotted time. You will have 2 mins for questions from featured investors and attendees

04.

Investor Introductions

Following the main event, there will be a session where each startup presenter will have a short private meeting with a featured investor assigned based on fit.

** VIP Pitch gets 3 meetings

05.

Newsletter Feature

The registered startup company’s name and information will be sent out to our network of investors via our newsletter for increased visibility with investors for the startup.

06.

Refund Policy

Credit may be provided for a future event at the discretion of the organizer

GET IN TOUCH

Contact us for further information.

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