​Startup & Investor Speed Dating
By PitchForce × Venture Black at Seattle Tech Week
Wednesday, July 29th | 12 – 5:30 PM PT

Venue: 330 Yale Ave N Seattle

​About this Event
Join us in Seattle for an exciting evening of Startup & Investor Speed Dating By PitchForce × Venture Black at Seattle Tech Week, a high-energy, in-person event designed to foster meaningful connections between innovative founders and active investors in a structured, fast-paced setting.

​This interactive format offers founders the opportunity to pitch directly to investors through multiple rounds of curated speed-dating style meetings, creating space for real-time feedback, engaging conversations, and valuable relationship-building.

​Expect an evening of networking, thoughtful discussions, food & drinks, and strong potential for impactful connections within the startup ecosystem.

​Sponsored by Venture Black
Venture Black connects social and working capital across the innovation economy to support Black and ally founders, investors, and service providers building venture-backable companies. They are shaping an ecosystem where founders are empowered to scale great ideas.

Agenda:

​12:00 PM – 12:45 PM: Registrations / Badge Pick-Up

​12:15 PM – 1:00 PM: Networking with Food & Drinks

​1:00 PM – 1:15 PM: Opening Remarks

​1:15 PM – 4:45 PM: Speed Dating Sessions

​4:45 PM – 5:30 PM: Networking & Drinks

Venue:
The exact address will be shared in the confirmation email, once shortlisted.

Who’s in the Room?
This event is designed for:

​Startups (Pre-Seed through Series A) seeking capital, strategic partnerships, mentorship, and investor exposure.

​Angel Investors, Venture Capitalists, and Family Offices looking for curated, high-potential opportunities and direct founder access.