Lead and EmpowerHer SHE Talks Pitch Competition
Presented in Partnership with Aquillius and Expand Your Empire

Pitch for Funding, Mentorship, and Media Exposure


Are you a female founder with a business that’s strong and ready to take it to the next level? This is your opportunity to sharpen your pitch, gain visibility, and position your business for major growth!


Are you ready to take your business to the next level? Here’s your chance to pitch your business to a panel of investors, business leaders, and entrepreneurs at the Lead and EmpowerHer SHE Talks Pitch Competition!

Key Dates & Important Information:

Applications open: August 4th

Application fee: $100

Application includes: Investor Readiness Score (personalized report evaluating your business against 50 critical investor metrics, highlighting areas that need improvement before your pitch).

Eligibility: Businesses must have been in operation for at least 2 years and be generating revenue.

Once Accepted:

OPTIONAL 4-Week Pitch Prep Course: For $500, you will undergo an intensive 4-week training program to ensure your pitch is investor-ready.


Topics covered include:

  • Crafting a powerful and investable pitch

  • Storytelling for founders

  • Refining your business model

  • Financials and projections presentation

  • Stage presence and delivery coaching

  • Pitch deck creation and polishing