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T9 Pitchfest

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You heard us right - Pitchfest is back for its 9th year and we are cranking it up to be our biggest, most adventurous showdown yet! Last fall, we brought the noise (and the grit, and the gear) to Title Nine HQ for two full days of pitching, sweat, and sisterhood. Pitchfest is where bold women bring their game-changing products and powerful stories to the table - and leave with new connections, real momentum, and serious opportunities.

What’s on the line? A 2027 purchase order for the winners as well as marketing support & continued mentorship. And for all finalists: access to our powerhouse community of women entrepreneurs.

100% women-powered. High-energy. Low ego. Join us!

T9 Pitchfest

You heard us right - Pitchfest is back for its 9th year and we are cranking it up to be our biggest, most adventurous showdown yet! Last fall, we brought the noise (and the grit, and the gear) to Title Nine HQ for two full days of pitching, sweat, and sisterhood. Pitchfest is where bold women bring their game-changing products and powerful stories to the table - and leave with new connections, real momentum, and serious opportunities.

What’s on the line? A 2027 purchase order for the winners as well as marketing support & continued mentorship. And for all finalists: access to our powerhouse community of women entrepreneurs.

100% women-powered. High-energy. Low ego. Join us!


Applications for Pitchfest 2026 are officially CLOSED!

If you missed out this year, the journey doesn't end here. Please check back in May 2027 for opportunities to get involved in Pitchfest.


Pitchfest 2025


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

Meet our 2025 Winners

Meet Our 2025 Winners

charlene assam

charlene assam

Founder, Luxxefit

D to J cups, rejoice!! Charlene Assam didn’t just start Luxxefit, she rebelled against the bounce. These sports bras are made for full-busted women who are sick of jiggling, shifting, and squeezing into gear that doesn’t fit. No more size-shaming, no more excuses. Just support that moves when we do.

Sam Jex & abby averett

Sam Jex & abby averett

Founder, Saturday Strides

One’s a mountain-town marathoner, the other’s a SoCal surfer. Together, Abby and Sam are the heartbeat behind Saturday Strides, a running brand for women who train hard, live loud, and care as much about community as they do about cadence. Their socks bring the sass and the science. Blister-fighting, bounce-back strong, and cute enough to cause a scene at the starting line.

emily laplume

emily laplume

Founder, Saturday Swimwear

At Saturday Swimwear, Emily LaPlume does it all. She’s a founder, designer, and planet-protector rolled into one. From her home base in Bend, Oregon, LaPlume’s swimwear is big on function, low on fluff, and made with planet-friendly fabrics. Think timeless prints, compressive fits, and zero fast fashion. Just hardworking suits for women who move.

mel frandsen

mel frandsen

Founder, Tobiq

Mom of four, mastermind of compartments, and queen of controlled chaos. Mel Frandsen created TOBIQ to bring order to the packing madness. With three patents and zero tolerance for black-hole bags, her smartly designed duffels keep gear sorted, socks accounted for, and families adventure-ready, whether it’s a powder day or a rowdy family picnic.

charlene assam

charlene assam

Founder, Luxxefit

D to J cups, rejoice!! Charlene Assam didn’t just start Luxxefit, she rebelled against the bounce. These sports bras are made for full-busted women who are sick of jiggling, shifting, and squeezing into gear that doesn’t fit. No more size-shaming, no more excuses. Just support that moves when we do.

Sam Jex & abby averett

Sam Jex & abby averett

Founder, Saturday Strides

One’s a mountain-town marathoner, the other’s a SoCal surfer. Together, Abby and Sam are the heartbeat behind Saturday Strides, a running brand for women who train hard, live loud, and care as much about community as they do about cadence. Their socks bring the sass and the science. Blister-fighting, bounce-back strong, and cute enough to cause a scene at the starting line.

emily laplume

emily laplume

Founder, Saturday Swimwear

At Saturday Swimwear, Emily LaPlume does it all. She’s a founder, designer, and planet-protector rolled into one. From her home base in Bend, Oregon, LaPlume’s swimwear is big on function, low on fluff, and made with planet-friendly fabrics. Think timeless prints, compressive fits, and zero fast fashion. Just hardworking suits for women who move.

mel frandsen

mel frandsen

Founder, Tobiq

Mom of four, mastermind of compartments, and queen of controlled chaos. Mel Frandsen created TOBIQ to bring order to the packing madness. With three patents and zero tolerance for black-hole bags, her smartly designed duffels keep gear sorted, socks accounted for, and families adventure-ready, whether it’s a powder day or a rowdy family picnic.