Hear from aspiring Alaskan entrepreneurs!
Co-hosted with the Juneau Chamber of Commerce, the Alaska Airlines Pitch Contest brings together aspiring entrepreneurs who will pitch their business venture to a panel of experts, as well as the ultimate panel – Innovation Summit attendees! Pitch contestants will have 5-6 minutes to pitch their business plan in front of attendees who will crowdfund a cash prize for the winner to take home at the end of the session.
Pitch Contestants will have access to materials and resources on how to make a pitch as well as have the opportunity to practice and be coached by a seasoned entrepreneur.
Application Deadline: January 24, 2025
Previous Pitch Contest competitors include: Amalga Distillery, Attently, Renewable Energy Alaska Project, Coppa, The Sawmill Farm, Tundra Tonics, Salty Lady Seafood Co., Kartorium, Sitkana, and AirVitalize.
Presenting sponsor for the 2025 Pitch Contest:
JEDC thanks Alaska Airlines for their contributions to building Alaska’s capacity to innovate!
2024 Pitch Contest Winner:
At AirVitalize Innovations, we focus on revolutionizing outdoor air cleaning with state-of-the-art, sustainable technology. Our filterless system requires no ongoing maintenance, making it a hassle-free solution for improving air quality. Designed with energy efficiency in mind, our technology supports green initiatives while offering a simple plug-and-play setup needing infrastructure modifications, making them ideal for to use and maintenance. Adaptable to any environment, our air purifiers work without the need for infrastructure modifications, making them ideal for both government policy applications and athletic fields.