The Final Pitch, a renowned business reality TV show, is set to make history with its inaugural Cebu Edition and Beach Edition. This groundbreaking event, in partnership with Geeks on a Beach, is slated for November 14-15, 2024 and will be filmed at the picturesque Jpark Island Resort & Waterpark in Mactan, Cebu.
The Final Pitch is a platform that empowers Filipino entrepreneurs by providing them with the opportunity to pitch their innovative ideas to a panel of seasoned investors and business leaders. The show has successfully launched numerous startups and has become a significant contributor to the Philippine startup ecosystem.
“This marks a major milestone in our journey to expand the reach of The Final Pitch outside of Metro Manila and into more corners of the country,” said John Aguilar, Host and Founder of The Final Pitch. “Cebu has long been a hub of innovation and entrepreneurship, and we’re thrilled to spotlight the region’s vibrant startup community, and those who want to be part of it.”
Contestants will have the opportunity to pitch their startup ideas to a new panel of judges who are seasoned investors and business leaders, including:
- Justin Uy: Chairman and CEO of Profoods and owner of Jpark Island Resort & Waterpark
- Athanasios “Thanos” Titonis: CEO of Mactan Cebu International Airport
- Jonas Quilantang: Founder of Unisol and former contestant on The Final Pitch
Entrepreneurs interested in participating must be prepared to travel to Cebu and be available for filming on November 14-15, 2024. They can apply through The Final Pitch website at TheFinalPitch.ph/application. The deadline for submissions is November 8, 2024.
To qualify for The Final Pitch: Beach Edition, startups need to have an existing enterprise, preferably with traction and revenue and the intent to expand in the Visayas region or internationally with Cebu as the gateway. Startups can come from Cebu or from anywhere in the Philippines.
Event Details:
- Filming Dates: November 14-15, 2024
- Venue: Jpark Island Resort & Waterpark, Mactan, Cebu
- Event Partner: Geeks on a Beach
- Application Deadline: November 8, 2024
- Official Website for Application: TheFinalPitch.ph/application