HerScension 2026 Pitch Competition Application

The HerScension Pitch Competition gives women entrepreneurs the opportunity to showcase their businesses, build valuable connections, and compete for a $2500 cash prize + additional prizes and opportunities.

Finalists will also receive personalized coaching, mentorship, and opportunities to showcase their businesses.

The competition will take place in two rounds, beginning virtually in September and ending with a live pitch at the HerScension Conference in Atlanta, November 14–15, 2026.

Application Fee: $15 (non-refundable)

WHO CAN APPLY?
You may be eligible if you:

Are a woman 18 years or older
Own at least 51% of the business
Have a business is based in the United States
You are building a product-based or service-based business
Operating a business, launching a startup, or are still in the idea stage
Are available to attend and pitch in person at HerScension in Atlanta, November 14–15, 2026, if selected as a finalist
Are following Belle Sisters and African Women in STEM on IG and LinkedIn
IG - https://www.instagram.com/bellesistersofficial/ & https://www.instagram.com/africanwomenin_stem/
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/belle-sisters/ & https://www.linkedin.com/company/african-women-in-stem/

Important Dates

Applications Open: August 24, 2026
Selected Semifinalists Notified: Beginning September 14, 2026
Applications Close: September 11, 2026
Virtual Semifinal Pitch Competition: September 19, 2026
Final Pitch Competition: November 14–15, 2026
Note: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and semifinalists may be selected before the application deadline. Early application is encouraged.

First Name

Last Name

Email Address

example@example.com

Phone Number

Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.

Business Name

Business Website

Business Social Media

Business Stage

Current Team Size

Annual Business Revenue

How did you find out about us

Tell us about your business (in 150 words or less)

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Who are your customers and how does your business meet their needs? (in 150 words or less)

0/150

Why are you the right person to build this business? (in 200 words or less)

0/200

What do you envision for your business 12 months from today? (in 200 words or less)

0/200

How would you use the money to help your business?

Follow Belle Sisters and African Women in STEM on IG and LinkedIn

I confirm that I am at least 18 years old.

I confirm that I own a woman-owned business and hold at least 51% ownership.

I confirm that my business is U.S.-based and that its primary or intended market is the United States.

I understand that submitting an application does not guarantee selection.

I understand that the $15 application fee is non-refundable.

I certify that I am available to attend and pitch in person at HerScension in Atlanta, November 14–15, 2026, if selected as a finalist

By submitting this application, I certify that the information provided is accurate and that I meet the eligibility requirements of the HerScension Pitch Competition.

Application Fee

HerScension Pitch Application

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