Pitch & Pilot Showcase
by CFCU
Uplifting and elevating women in technology!
Are you a founder or creator with a technology company that solves a problem in people’s financial lives?
Bamboo is partnering with Community Financial Credit Union to host a pitch event live on stage October 10th as part of Michigan Tech Week -- Michigan’s largest technology startup conference.
In an effort to uplift women in technology, we’re seeking innovative solutions led by a woman co-founder or executive leader to present with us on stage at Michigan Tech Week.
Finalists will have the opportunity to pitch in front of a live audience along with the chance to win a cash prize and a pilot opportunity with Community Financial Credit Union.
Please note that the pilot opportunity can be within the credit union internally, externally, or potentially set up with key stakeholders such as non-profits, education, or community organizations.
Whether you’re creating a crowdfunding or investment platform or a tool for financial education, we are open to all ideas that solve a problem in a person’s financial life.
What you’ll receive for participating:
● $10,000 Cash prize award (non-dilutive)
● Potential pilot opportunity with credit union and/or stakeholders
● Legal consulting services
● Mentorship from Fintech Founders, such as Jessica Willis of Pocketnest
● Bamboo Co-working space for 1 year
● Marketing and awareness in front of a large audience
Requirements for participants:
● Your company solves a problem in people’s financial lives
● You have a woman or non-binary co-founder or executive on the team
● You have an idea/product that helps people living in Michigan
● You are willing/ able to travel to Ann Arbor Michigan to pitch in person October 10th
Questions? Reach out to Cassie on our team at Cassie@BambooDetroit.com.
The application deadline has been extended! Applications are due September 7th by 11:59pm.
Special thank you to our partners Community Financial Credit Union.
