PizzaPitch Women for startup founders with a prize fund of 45 million soums in Tashkent

Description

PizzaPitch Women is a pitch competition in Tashkent for women-led startups. Founders with an idea, MVP, or operating business can apply. The competition is held jointly with Yandex Uzbekistan with the support of U-Enter, UzVC, Hackonnect, Bellissimo Pizza, and UNDP. The total prize fund is 45 million soums: three winners will receive 15 million soums each. The selection includes two stages: 30 teams will present their projects in the semi-finals, and 10 will advance to the final on the main stage of Techstars Startup Week at Humo Arena. Finalists will have the opportunity to attend a pitch masterclass, and their performances will allow them to present the project to the audience and receive expert feedback. Applications close on November 15 at 18:00. The semi-final is scheduled for November 19 at U-Enter, the final on November 25, and the winners will be announced on November 26, 2026. Guests can also apply to watch the performances and get acquainted with the founders.

Registration and details via the link: https://go.choyxona.tech/pizzapitch-15nov2026