FAQs
What is the EmpowHERment Pitch Competition?
Who is eligible to apply?
I do not own 51% of my business. Can I still apply?
The EmpowHERment Pitch Competition hosted by Eosera is for Texas-based, female founders to win seed money for their company. The applicants must be physically located in the state of Texas. There will be 3 finalists that will give an 8-minute pitch with 4 minutes of Q&A to a panel of judges in front of a live audience. One winner will take home the $15K prize!
Any Texas-based, female-led entrepreneur with a founded, registered entity that is 3 years or less old may apply. See rules and regulations for details.
Yes. If you are a Texas-based, female entrepreneur and are the largest shareholder, you may apply.
I don’t have a business yet; can I still apply?
Can a non-profit apply?
No. You must have a registered business that is 3 years old or less.
When does the application close?
No, a non-profit may not apply.
Do I have to be located in the state of Texas to apply?
How much is the award?
How many finalists will there be?
How long is the pitch?
When will the finalists be announced?
I have an issue not answered in the FAQ. Who can I contact?
Yes, you must be located in the state of Texas to apply.
There will be two winners. The first-place winner will receive $15K. The second-place winner will receive $10K.
There will be 3 finalists that will pitch in front of the judges and a live audience.
The pitch is 8 minutes long with 4 minutes of Q&A.
The application closes September 18th, 2023.
Finalists will be announced on October 17th, 2023.
For additional inquires, you may contact pitch@eosera.com.