London Regional-Startup World Cup 2025

The Pitch & Invest Programme offers startups and scale-ups a unique opportunity to present market-ready solutions to a panel of industry experts and investors. Attendees will engage with pre-qualified funding partners, corporate ventures, and fellow innovators, creating a platform where innovative ideas meet the resources needed for growth. The 2025 programme focuses on eight key sectors: Technology & AI, Engineering & Manufacturing, Energy, Urban Regeneration, Corporate Sustainability, FMCG/Retail/Fashion, Food & AgriTech, and Female Founders. The winning startup will advance to the Startup World Cup in San Francisco for a chance to compete for the $1 million grand prize.

Key Reasons to Attend

• Pitch to Expert Panels – Showcase your startup to investors, corporate ventures, and industry leaders.
• Access Diverse Capital Sources – Engage with angel investors, corporate venture capital, SEIS & EIS investors, venture funds, impact investors, and high net worth individuals.
• Sector-Specific Focus – Participate in programs tailored to eight strategic sectors driving innovation.
• Global Advancement Opportunity – Winning startup represents the UK at the Startup World Cup in San Francisco.

Target Audience

• Startup founders and scale-up leaders
• Investors and corporate venture professionals
• Mentors and innovation ecosystem participants
• Entrepreneurs seeking strategic growth opportunities

What to Expect

• Live pitch sessions and investor feedback
• Networking with funding partners and industry experts
• Exposure to sustainability, impact, and sector-specific investors
• Opportunities to secure partnerships, mentorship, and capital