Demo Day — Live Startup Pitch Events
One Pitch, Limitless Opportunity
See how a past participant turned one Demo Day into an oversubscribed seed round in 40 days.
More Than a Pitch Night
Real investors in the room. High-stakes pressure. Major momentum.
The Format
- Founders pitch to a room of 100+ attendees and 10+ active investors
- On-stage pitch + investor Q&A
- Demo tables for full product demos and investor conversations
- Real connections with 10+ active investors per event
The Preparation
- Intensive coaching before the event
- Expert review and feedback to refine your pitch
- Practice with fellow founders under real pressure
- Pitch Accelerator graduates get priority placement
- No cost for Pitch Accelerator graduates; $499 for approved direct applicants
The spotlight is real. The stakes are high. And that's exactly why it works.
Real-world pressure forges mastery. But only if you take the stage.
Where creativity meets innovation. LA's startup scene is exploding with consumer tech, creator economy, aerospace and beyond.
Next Event
May 14, 2026
100+ attendees, 10+ investors, limited pitch spots
LA Innovation
- Media tech and consumer products hub
- Advertising, gaming, health, and AI startups
- Quarterly Demo Days
- Creator economy meets startup hustle
Coming Soon
San Francisco & New York City
Demo Day is expanding. SF and NYC dates are in the works — join the waitlist to be first to know when applications open.
San Francisco
The heart of innovation. Where Silicon Valley meets the stage. AI, SaaS, deep tech, and consumer innovation.
Dates TBD
New York City
Where ambition meets capital. Fintech, enterprise SaaS, media tech, and everything that scales.
Coming 2026
For Founders
Your Path to the Stage
01. Apply
Submit your application with pitch deck and 90-second video. Tell us about your company, stage, and why Demo Day.
02. Selection
We select 6-15 founders per event based on pitch readiness, company stage, and investor fit. You'll hear back within 3-5 business days.
03. Coaching
Take advantage of intensive coaching before the event — pitch prep, best practices, tips for success, and more.
04. Demo Day
Take the stage, present your vision, interact with investors, and activate your demo table. Network with investors and community.
05. Follow Through
Intro support to connect with interested investors. Ongoing community of Demo Day alumni. Keep momentum going.
Pitch Accelerator graduates get priority Demo Day placement and pitch for free. Master your pitch first, then take the stage.
Learn About Pitch AcceleratorSuccess Story
From 5% to 220% in 40 Days
Stanify founder Hank Leber came to Demo Day LA with only 5% of his pre-seed committed. Forty days later, the round closed at more than double its target — with two-thirds of capital from connections made in the room.
220%
of fundraising target closed in 40 days
67%
of capital from Demo Day room connections
Who it's for
Is Demo Day Right for You?
- You're raising or about to raise — pre-seed to Series A
- You have an MVP or early traction to show
- You want real investor connections, not just feedback
- You're in or near LA, SF, or NYC — or willing to travel
Not quite ready? Start with Pitch Accelerator to build your foundation first.
Your moment is waiting
Ready to Take
the Stage?
One pitch. Real investors. Real momentum. Apply to Demo Day in LA, NYC, or SF and take the stage.
Applications reviewed in 3–5 business days.