Pitch ICE deadline approaches on opportunity for start-ups to connect with investors

Monday, December 5, 2022 10:00 AM

Gaming industry start-ups have until Thursday December 8 to submit their entry and two-minute video to be part of the 2023 Pitch ICE initiative.

The Pitch ICE program offers up to 14 gaming entrepreneurs the opportunity to showcase their innovative approaches in front of industry investors and visitors attending ICE London, the world’s biggest B2B gaming event (February 7-9).

Voting is available to the wider industry and individuals can cast up to 10 votes for the companies they wish to see pitch at ICE 2023. Once public judging closes, an independent panel of industry professionals will select up to 14 entrepreneurial start-ups.

The successful companies will secure a free-of-charge pod on the Pitch ICE Pavilion for the full three days of the show, which includes an opportunity to demonstrate their products and services to potential investors at a dedicated time on either Tuesday the 7th or Wednesday the 8th of February on the Pitch ICE stage.

ICE London Event Director Andy Ventris stated, “Clarion Gaming has a track-record of promoting start-up businesses by using the influence of its brands to help make the connections that all businesses need. In fact, we’ve been providing start-ups with a gateway to industry investors and strategic partners since 2009, with many securing important investments and acquisition partners as a direct result of their presentations.”

He added, “Pitch ICE is for new companies that are beyond the ‘concept phase.’ There must be a demonstrable product and we’re looking for propositions built on solid technology and that are scalable.

“Pitch ICE is about recognizing the extraordinary entrepreneurial talent that exists within this industry and helping them on their journey.”