Pitch Competition

Pitch Day is a celebration of the highly successful entrepreneurial ecosystem in the Teton region and beyond. We hope to inspire audience members and others in our community to dream up or begin their own entrepreneurial journey.

Across 14 years of competitions, 71% of Pitch Day presenters are still operating today.

Silicon Couloir’s 15th Annual Pitch Day, our signature event of the year, will be held on Thursday, September 24th from 5:00 to 7:00 PM MT at the Center for the Arts in Jackson, WY, with a reception to follow the main event. Pitch Day is free to attend and open to the public. A livestream will be available for those who can’t attend in person. Please pre-register by clicking the button below.

Pitch Day features select Wyoming entrepreneurs showcasing their innovative and creative businesses to a panel of esteemed judges and a live audience. Cash prizes, which will be announced at a later date, will be awarded in three categories, with a minimum participation stipend provided to all finalists.

Pitch Day is an intensive program that provides expert coaching to participants and is a celebration of the highly successful entrepreneurial ecosystem fostered by Silicon Couloir. Finalists will undergo five rigorous coaching sessions with a team of experienced business experts leading up to the public event. This months-long coaching process is central to the program’s value, helping entrepreneurs hone their delivery and sharpen their concept, financials, and presentation.

Pitch Day would not be possible without the generous support of Silicon Couloir’s Legacy Sponsor, Pirate Ship, along with our Innovation Catalyst Sponsors: the University of Wyoming College of Business, Wyoming Venture Capital, Laramie County Community College, and The Virginian Lodge.

2026 Pitch Day Finalists

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Pitch Day Awards

$20,000 cash + $1,000 Pirate Ship shipping credit
This award is given to the company that our experienced judges determine has (1) the most compelling business idea, (2) the best chance for business success, (3) the highest likelihood of getting funded, and (4) the strongest presentation.
$12,500 cash + 1 year membership at The Cowork Space + $1,000 shipping credit
This award is given to the entrepreneur who “wows” the audience with their presentation and company vision.
$6,500 cash + 6 months membersip at The Cowork Space + $1,000 Pirate Ship shipping credit
The Bob Arndt Community Caretaker Award is presented to that entrepreneur or venture whose person/team and company best embodies the core values and mission of Silicon Couloir. Just as Bob lived his life guided by the value of community caretaking, this company will exemplify growing a culture of stewardship, leadership, participation, collaboration, and citizenship that inspires and enriches our Wyoming communities.
Thank you to these sponsors who have contributed to our overall prize package:
- One-year membership to Dreamers & Doers ($2,800 value)
- Eight nights of lodging for out-of-town finalists donated by The Virginian Lodge
- $3,500 in travel stipends provided by Laramie County Community College

Pitch Day RECORDINGs

Congratulations to our five finalists on their sophisticated and polished pitches! A tremendous amount of hard work went into each compelling and thoughtful presentation.