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T9 Pitchfest Outdoor Edition

Has it been 6 years already? It sure has. We came together again at Title Nine HQ in September 2023 for our sixth annual Pitchfest Outdoor Edition. A two-day event, Pitchfest Outdoor is an opportunity for badass women to share their stories, pitch their products, and join a community of Movers & Makers. In 48 hours, we got our sweat on, we teamed up, we networked and built community. 100% women-powered, chaos and camaraderie ensued, as usual.

What’s at stake? A ‘W’ means a 2024 product order. A runner-up gets connected with a badass mentor to keep her pushing her product forward, and all our finalists join our supportive community of women entrepreneurs.

T9 Pitchfest
Outdoor Edition

Has it been 6 years already? It sure has. We came together again at Title Nine HQ in September 2023 for our sixth annual Pitchfest Outdoor Edition. A two-day event, Pitchfest Outdoor is an opportunity for badass women to share their stories, pitch their products, and join a community of Movers & Makers. In 48 hours, we got our sweat on, we teamed up, we networked and built community. 100% women-powered, chaos and camaraderie ensued, as usual.

What’s at stake? A ‘W’ means a 2024 product order. A runner-up gets connected with a badass mentor to keep her pushing her product forward, and all our finalists join our supportive community of women entrepreneurs.

Pitchfest Outdoor Edition 2023


This year was bigger and bolder than ever. Check out the video above to get in on the fun, games, and inspiration.

Meet our 2023 Winners

Meet Our 2023 Winners

merrit geary alpen

Merrit Geary

Founder, Alpen

Runner, skier, fisherwoman Merrit Geary was tired of feeling like a second thought to gear companies when she was looking for clothing to outfit her outdoors lifestyle. She started Bozeman-based Alpen to build technical clothing that is women-first and planet-first, thoughtfully designed to keep out the elements and keep up with our most ambitious adventures.

jaclyn thatcher hatcher packs

Jaclyn Thatcher

Founder, Hatcher Packs

On a mission to empower families with the tools to get outside — mom, nurse practitioner, and ultra-marathoner Jaclyn Thatcher built a diaper bag that could keep up with her active parenting lifestyle. With a slew of elite components and make-it-easier features, Hatcher Packs are designed to maximize every MOMent. Tons of pockets, a detachable soft baby carrier, a reservoir AND water bottle holders, plus a place to hold a laptop, these bags are built to hold up for every adventure: from the airport to the backcountry.

maxine chapman surfdurt

Maxine Chapman

Founder, SurfDurt

California-lovin SurfDurt founder Maxine Chapman is a passionate advocate of business as a tool for good. When she couldn't find a sunscreen that protected her skin without compromising the planet's delicate ecosystems, she decided to make one. Maxine calls SurfDurt Sunscreen the most "planet-friendly, non-toxic sport sunscreen on the market" 'cause it's built with a super safe sun-blocking zinc, antioxidants, and skin-boosting natural ingredients. It's inspired by the magic of the outdoor places she plays in, and made to last through the toughest adventures.

chantelle lott bounceless

Our Runner Up!

Chantelle Lott

Founder, Bounceless

As a medal-winning D1 runner, Chantelle Lott couldn't find sports bras that could keep up with her rigorous training schedule. Wearing two or three bras at a time just to get the right support was uncomfortable, frustrating, and distracting. So she decided she was going to build a solution. Enter her genius, innovative Bounceless bras, the breathable, zippable, customizable solution to bounce-free running.

merrit geary alpen

Merrit Geary

Founder, Alpen

Runner, skier, fisherwoman Merrit Geary was tired of feeling like a second thought to gear companies when she was looking for clothing to outfit her outdoors lifestyle. She started Bozeman-based Alpen to build technical clothing that is women-first and planet-first, thoughtfully designed to keep out the elements and keep up with our most ambitious adventures.

jaclyn thatcher hatcher packs

Jaclyn Thatcher

Founder, Hatcher Packs

On a mission to empower families with the tools to get outside — mom, nurse practitioner, and ultra-marathoner Jaclyn Thatcher built a diaper bag that could keep up with her active parenting lifestyle. With a slew of elite components and make-it-easier features, Hatcher Packs are designed to maximize every MOMent. Tons of pockets, a detachable soft baby carrier, a reservoir AND water bottle holders, plus a place to hold a laptop, these bags are built to hold up for every adventure: from the airport to the backcountry.

maxine chapman surfdurt

Maxine Chapman

Founder, SurfDurt

California-lovin SurfDurt founder Maxine Chapman is a passionate advocate of business as a tool for good. When she couldn't find a sunscreen that protected her skin without compromising the planet's delicate ecosystems, she decided to make one. Maxine calls SurfDurt Sunscreen the most "planet-friendly, non-toxic sport sunscreen on the market" 'cause it's built with a super safe sun-blocking zinc, antioxidants, and skin-boosting natural ingredients. It's inspired by the magic of the outdoor places she plays in, and made to last through the toughest adventures.

chantelle lott bounceless

Our Runner Up!

Chantelle Lott

Founder, Bounceless

As a medal-winning D1 runner, Chantelle Lott couldn't find sports bras that could keep up with her rigorous training schedule. Wearing two or three bras at a time just to get the right support was uncomfortable, frustrating, and distracting. So she decided she was going to build a solution. Enter her genius, innovative Bounceless bras, the breathable, zippable, customizable solution to bounce-free running.


FAQ’s


What do you win? 

   •  A purchase order from Title Nine

   •  A feature spread in a Title Nine catalog and on the website

   •  Brand-building exposure to our adventurous women customers


When do you apply?

   •  Stay tuned for the next Pitchfest Outdoor Edition applications in Spring of 2024


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