Pitch Pulse Grand Finale,
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About the event
The Pitch Pulse Grand Finale & Showcase is the culminating in-person event of the Pitch Pulse startup series, taking place during Startup San Diego Week.
Throughout the year, Pitch Pulse runs multiple vertical pitch sessions across different sectors, selecting top-performing early-stage startups from each round to advance to this final showcase in San Diego.
The event features live pitches from a curated group of startups across emerging technology areas including AI, biotech, defense, maritime, and other frontier technologies, alongside members of the broader innovation ecosystem.
Held in collaboration with Startup World Cup, the Final Showcase connects selected startups from across the U.S. with the San Diego ecosystem, creating a high-signal environment for visibility, feedback, and connection.
Why should you sponsor?
The Pitch Pulse journey culminates in the Pitch Pulse Final Showcase, held on November 4, 2026, during San Diego Startup Week and in collaboration with Startup World Cup. The Finale features a curated Startup Expo, live startup pitches, and meaningful connections with founders, investors, and innovation leaders from across the ecosystem.
More than a one-day event, Pitch Pulse serves as a gateway into California's innovation landscape, connecting exceptional startups with the organizations, resources, and partnerships that help them scale.
Viyan GazraniJANUS Innovation Hub is a San Diego-based startup incubator and ecosystem organization dedicated to supporting founders and connecting innovation communities across California and beyond. Through Pitch Pulse, our multi-vertical startup pitch platform, we identify and showcase promising startups across high-growth sectors including AI, Health & Bio, Defense, Maritime, and emerging technologies.
Our programs bring together founders, investors, corporate innovators, universities, and ecosystem leaders through curated events and strategic partnerships. With 300+ startup applications received from 20+ countries and collaborations with organizations including UC San Diego, Startup San Diego, Connect, Startup World Cup, and other ecosystem partners, Pitch Pulse provides sponsors with meaningful access to the next generation of innovators and entrepreneurs.
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251-500 attendees expected
50% Male Attendees
50% Female Attendees
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Select a Package
3 available packages from US$5000 to US$15000
https://www.sponsormyevent.com/pitch-pulse-grand-finale-san-diegoExclusive Pitch Pulse 2026 Presenting Rights Naming Rights Across the Full Series and Final Showcase Largest and Most Prominent Showcase Activation Presence Opening Stage Address Premium Stage Recognition Throughout the Event Award Ceremony Participation VIP Reception Co-Host Recognition Founder & Partner Gathering Dinner Featured Thought Leadership Position Across Pitch Pulse Communications One Professionally Produced Ecosystem Content Asset Premium Brand Placement Across All Series Marketing Reserved Executive Guest Seating & VIP Access Category Exclusivity Protection Inclusion in Official Media, Photography, and Press Materials First Right of Renewal for Pitch Pulse 2027
1 available
Vertical naming rights Judge or advisory seat for the relevant vertical Recognition during the corresponding online session and final showcase One vertical-specific branded content asset or recap segment Optional table or light activation in the showcase area Dedicated Showcase Presence Category Recognition During Finalist Pitches On-Stage Recognition Brand Content Production Founder & Partner Gathering Dinner
5 available
Official Resource Partner designation within the Pitch Pulse ecosystem Recognition across relevant participant and finalist communications Inclusion in selected founder resource materials and program guides Opportunity to provide a curated founder resource, toolkit, educational guide, or exclusive offer Featured profile within post-program ecosystem communications and recap materials Opportunity to host one educational workshop, office hour, or founder-focused session during the Pitch Pulse cycle Recognition as a trusted startup resource during the Final Showcase Inclusion in aggregate, non-confidential ecosystem insights and program reporting where applicable
4 available
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