T9 Pitchfest Outdoor Edition

Madi & Tina understand the mental health benefits of outdoor adventures. With a passion for both work & play, they founded SENIQ to create stylish, adventure-ready gear that empowers women to tackle the great outdoors with confidence and flair. In their first ever pitch, we were blown away by their confidence and commitment to their brand, their mission, and to themselves.

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.

A passionate artist and surfer, Abby channels her love for the ocean into creating truly one-of-a-kind jewelry. Throughout her pitch she showcased her innovative approach to transform excess surfboard resin into vibrant earrings and necklaces. WIth a commitment to sustainability and an understanding of the vital role of movement for mental health, Abby’s enthusiasm for both her craft and the planet is infectious. Her pieces are a testament to how style and mindfulness can intersect, proving that you can wear your values with pride. 

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.

Someone has to go first, right? This year, it was Rebecca who bravely stepped up to the mat first-- thankfully, this mat was complete with non-slip grips and was thoughtfully designed with bright, optimistic colors and designs. Spoiler alert: the “mat” was actually a Kaleidoscope Yoga Towel! These beauties aren’t just pretty, their anti-slip backing will keep you steady during those tricky inversions and speedy flows. Kaleidoscope yoga mat’s got grip so good, you might as well call it “Namaste Put!”

Meet Laura, the fearless co-founder of Aeronaut Outdoor, who learned that she was named a finalist with only 3 weeks remaining until the event…talk about throwing yourself into the deep end! With four kids at home, she knows the importance of catching some quality Zs, so she crafted the Hoverquilt & Booster sheet to be super warm and totally packable-- without the mummification vibe of a typical sleeping bag. This writer may or may not have already tested this on a recent camping trip, and can 10/10 confirm it’s THE coziest!