PitchBreakfast

FOUNDER HIGHLIGHT!💼🔍 Thank you to everyone who came out to our October PitchBreakfast event!🍂 This month we had the pleasure of hosting Zachary, Bukola, and Thomas as they presented their startups to both investors and the Charlotte entrepreneurial community. Be sure to check them out!⤵️ ☕️ Autobotit Discover how Autobotit is improving efficiency in stores with their innovative automated storage and retrieval system!🤖🏪 Founder: Zachary King ☕️ Innovant Technologies Discover how Innovant Technologies is addressing the urgent need to get more girls involved in STEM through their award winning EdTech platform and products like “Somi, the Computer Scientist”!👧🏽💻 Founder: Bukola Somide, PMP, Award-winning EdTech Innovator ☕️ MESA Discover how Mesa is supporting independent artists by providing administrative tools to streamline their workflow, protect their IP, and ensure that they’re getting paid properly!🎵📑 Founder: Thomas Athey Watch their full pitch presentations (with investor feedback💡) on our YouTube channel!🎥 https://lnkd.in/gsBFsQZJ

We’re raising a toast to one of our longtime champions: Dualboot Partners 🎉 More than just top-tier software builders, Dualboot Partners is the ultimate connector. Their team shows up with sleeves rolled up, ready to open doors, make intros, and share their extensive rolodex—no strings attached. Why? Because they believe in giving freely to help our startup community grow and thrive. We’re beyond grateful for their continued sponsorship and the heart they bring to Charlotte’s innovation scene. 💚 #PitchBreakfast #StartupSupport #CharlotteTech #DualBootPartners #CommunityMatters #StartupEcosystem #GiveFirst #FounderSupport

🎤 Startups take the mic on May 14 at PitchBreakfast — and you’re invited. Join us for a morning of real, unfiltered pitches from early-stage founders, followed by honest, in-the-moment feedback from seasoned investors and advisors. Expect bold ideas, valuable insights, and authentic conversation — no slide decks, no fluff. 📅 Tuesday, May 14 ⏰ 8:15–10:00 AM 📍 Do Greater, Inc. | DG Creative Labs ☕️ Coffee + community, always included. Come support local founders and stay connected to Charlotte’s startup pulse. 🔗 RSVP now → https://bit.ly/4lB6kfv #PitchBreakfast #CLTStartups #StartupCommunity #FoundersFirst #CharlotteInnovation #StartupEcosystem

🗣 “Start with the story.” At a recent PitchBreakfast, expert panelist Mark Bruinooge shared this timeless advice for founders: Don’t bury the lead. The most compelling pitches start with why — the story behind the problem, the passion driving the solution, and the vision for what’s possible. Your pitch deck might be about the product. But your intro? That’s about you. 🎥 Watch the clip for Mark’s full insight on why your origin story matters more than you think. #PitchBreakfast #StartupPitch #FounderStory #InvestorAdvice #StartWithWhy

🙌 Sponsor Spotlight: TFX Capital A huge thank you to TFX Capital — and Founder + Managing Partner Brandon Shelton — for being longtime supporters of PitchBreakfast and true champions of Charlotte’s startup ecosystem. TFX is a B2B early-stage VC firm investing in service-driven, high-performing Veterans from the military and national security space — leaders who are now building tech solutions to tackle real-world problems with bold, net-new ideas. Brandon’s consistent presence, leadership, and belief in the power of founders has made a lasting impact on this community — and we’re proud to have TFX in our corner. #PitchBreakfast #TFXCapital #VeteranFounders #CharlotteStartups #VCSpotlight #StartupSupporter #B2BTech #FounderChampion #VentureCapital

🚀 Calling all startup founders! Are you ready to take the stage, pitch your venture, and get real-time feedback from investors and industry experts? 🌟 PitchBreakfast is your chance to sharpen your pitch, connect with the startup community, and get the insights you need to grow. Applications are now open for our upcoming PitchBreakfast! Don’t miss this opportunity to get your idea in front of the people who can help you move the needle. ✅ Early-stage and growth-stage founders welcome ✅ No decks required to apply (but we’ll work with you to get pitch-ready!) ✅ Safe, supportive, no-judgment environment with real feedback Apply today and let’s get you in the spotlight: https://bit.ly/3KzeYsB #PitchBreakfast #StartupPitch #FounderOpportunity #CharlotteStartups #FounderCommunity #InvestorFeedback #PitchYourStartup

🚨 Tomorrow’s the day! 🚨 We’re bringing the heat to PitchBreakfast with two powerhouse panelists ready to drop real-world insights and straight talk for founders. 💡 Meet your experts: 🔥 Rob Cummings — Entrepreneur, Investor, Adjunct Professor & Trusted Advisor 🔥 Chris Halligan — Co-Founder, Good Human Investment Partners Whether you're raising capital, scaling your startup, or just looking for honest feedback from seasoned pros, this is the room you want to be in. 🎟️ Register now and join us tomorrow! https://bit.ly/4iARi7w #PitchBreakfast #StartupAdvice #FounderTips #InvestorPanel #StartupCommunity #CLTstartups #Entrepreneurship #Founders #StartupEvents

🚨 This Wednesday: Two Founders, Big Ideas, and Real-Time Feedback! Join us at PitchBreakfast as we spotlight two innovative founders who are pushing boundaries in their industries: 🌿 Carlithea Abram, Managing Director of Pollynation Apothecary Pollynation Apothecary is redefining wellness for the Sensitive — blending plants, science, and tech to solve wellness challenges for sensitive skin and systems, all while educating consumers on better health. 🤖 Ashwin Nayak, CEO & Co-Founder of Auditrol Auditrol is transforming risk management for financial institutions, using AI to proactively mitigate regulatory and data risks before they arise. Expect honest pitches, candid feedback from experienced investors and advisors, and a front-row seat to the future of entrepreneurship in Charlotte. 🎟️ Don’t miss out — register now to save your spot: https://bit.ly/4iARi7w See you Wednesday! #PitchBreakfast #CharlotteStartups #Founders #Entrepreneurship #StartupEcosystem #LivePitch #FounderStories #Auditrol #PollynationApothecary #AI #WellnessTech #StartupPitch #Community #StartupSupport

Messed up your pitch midstream? It happens. The key is what you do next. 💬 In this clip, PitchBreakfast Expert Panelist Chris Halligan shares advice every founder needs in their back pocket: how to recover, reset, and still win the room. Watch, learn, and keep pitching. 🎤 #FounderTips #PitchLikeAPro #StartupWisdom #PitchBreakfast

🚗✨ Big moves from the PitchBreakfast stage! Check out this snippet from Jalyn Black, founder of VVS, LLC, as he pitched his innovative smart parking tech at a recent PitchBreakfast. VVS, LLC is rethinking how we park—and the momentum is real. Jaylyn and his team are now semi-finalists for the NC IDEA Seed Grant! 🙌 We love seeing founders use PitchBreakfast as a launchpad to refine their pitch, gain traction, and grow 🚀 #PitchBreakfast #StartupEcosystem #SmartParking #FounderSpotlight #CharlotteStartups #NCIDEA #TechForGood