Open Opportunity Fund

📣 Deadline Extended: Apply by April 20 at 11:59 PM ET

We’ve extended the application deadline for Open Pitch, our startup competition at Open Opportunity Fund, presented live at Invest Fest 2026.

As part of our commitment to backing exceptional early-stage founders, Open Pitch is designed to spotlight bold entrepreneurs building the next generation of AI and agentic companies. From finance and healthcare to cybersecurity, marketing, logistics, education, and beyond, we’re looking for founders using AI to reshape what’s possible.

The winning company will receive a $125,000 investment prize. Five finalists will pitch live on stage at Invest Fest 2026 in Atlanta, gaining national exposure, investor access, and the opportunity to share their vision in front of thousands.

📅 New deadline: April 20 at 11:59 PM ET
📍 Live at Invest Fest (Atlanta) | August 7-9, 2026
🎤 Presented by Earn Your Leisure + Open Opportunity Fund
🔗 Apply now at theopenpitch.com

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