BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//PitchForce | Ecosystem Venture Group\, Inc. (EcoVg)//Silkstart Technology Inc.// BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:US/Pacific BEGIN:DAYLIGHT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260308T020000 TZNAME:PDT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20261101T020000 TZNAME:PST TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Startup & Investor Speed Dating By PitchForce × Venture Black at Seattle Tech Week DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260729T120000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260729T173000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260629T214852 UID:6a42e8441995c705e16278eb DESCRIPTION: Startup &\; Investor Speed Dating By PitchForce ×\; Venture Black at Seattle Tech Week Wednesday\, July 29th | 12 - 5:30 PM PT Venue: 9th Floor\, 330 Yale Ave N\, Seattle\, WA 98109\, USA Google Maps Link Non Subscribers - Apply to The Pitch Waitlist About this Event Join us in Seattle for an exciting evening of Startup &\; Investor Speed Dating by PitchForce ×\; Venture Black at Seattle Tech Week&mdash\;a high-energy\, in-person event designed to foster meaningful connections between innovative founders and active investors in a structured\, fast- paced setting. This interactive format gives founders the opportunity to pitch directly to investors through multiple rounds of curated speed- dating-style meetings\, creating space for real-time feedback\, engaging conversations\, and valuable relationship-building. Expect an evening of networking\, thoughtful discussions\, food &\; drinks\, and strong potential for impactful connections within the startup ecosystem. Sponsored by Venture Black Venture Black connects social and working capital across the innovation economy to support Black and ally founders\, investors\, and service providers building venture-backable companies. They are shaping an ecosystem where founders are empowered to scale great ideas. Disclaimer: Application does not guarantee selection to pitch\; Entrepreneur attendance is strictly limited to companies that receive a formal confirmation. Agenda: 12:00 PM &ndash\; 12:45 PM: Registration &\; Badge Pick-Up 12:15 PM &ndash\; 1:00 PM: Networking Lunch &\; Refreshments 1:00 PM &ndash\; 1:15 PM: Welcome &\; Opening Remarks 1:15 PM &ndash\; 2:25 PM: Pitch Block 1 2:25 PM &ndash\; 2:45 PM: Networking Break 2:45 PM &ndash\; 3:55 PM: Pitch Block 2 3:55 PM &ndash\; 4:15 PM: Networking Break 4:15 PM &ndash\; 4:30 PM: Winner Announcement 4:30 PM &ndash\; 5:30 PM: Closing Networking Reception &\; Drinks Date and Time: Wednesday\, July 29th\, 2026 12:00 PM &ndash\; 05:30 PM PT Venue: 330 Yale Ave N - 9th Floor Seattle\, WA 98109 Google Maps Link Who&rsquo\;s in the Room? This event is designed for: Startups (Pre-Seed through Series A) seeking capital\, strategic partnerships\, mentorship\, and investor exposure. Angel Investors\, Venture Capitalists\, and Family Offices looking for curated\, high-potential opportunities and direct founder access. Participation is curated to ensure high-quality interactions and meaningful engagement for both founders and investors For companies or founders interested in pitching\, please contact Jack George at jack.george@ecovg.com. Questions regarding pitching? Please contact Kelly McDaniel\, PitchForce Manager at kelly@pitch-force.com. For event- related assistance or general questions\, please contact Parshvi Pahuja at parshvi@pitch-force.com. *Please note: Submission of an application does not guarantee a presentation slot at the PitchForce Speed Dating event. Presentation opportunities are limited and are subject to review\, screening\, and availability. Early application is strongly encouraged. Only founders who have successfully completed the application and screening process and have received official confirmation from the PitchForce team will be permitted to present or attend in person. Walk- ins\, unconfirmed applicants\, and unscreened attendees will not be admitted under any circumstances. *PitchForce provides a forum for feedback. Participation is voluntary. Feedback is provided independently by investors. LOCATION:330 Yale Ave N\, Seattle\, WA 98109 PRIORITY:5 URL:https://events.pitch-force.com:443/events/pitchforce-startup-investor- speed-dating-in-seattle END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR