Thursday, 26 February

IN-PERSON: FOCUS ON TECH - Pitch Pace

MERITS, Naas

Thursday, 26 February | 6:00PM – 8:00PM

This Pitching Masterclass is an intensive, hands-on masterclass designed to help entrepreneurs, innovators, and business leaders craft and deliver compelling pitches with confidence and clarity. Whether you’re preparing for investor meetings, customer presentations, or public showcases, this session will sharpen your storytelling, structure, and delivery. 

Each participant comes with a pitch scenario in mind (no preparation is required) and they leave with their 60-second elevator pitch, having learned all the tools and techniques of pitching/presenting/public speaking. 

What You’ll Learn

  • How to structure a winning pitch that resonates with your audience
  • Techniques for communicating value, vision, and traction
  • Strategies to handle Q&A and objections with confidence
  • Tips for body language, tone, and timing

Interactive Format

Participants will deliver live pitches and receive real-time feedback from expert facilitators and peers. You’ll leave with actionable insights, refined messaging, and a stronger pitch presence.

Who Should Attend

  • Startup founders and scale-up teams
  • Business development and sales professionals
  • Anyone preparing to pitch their idea, product, or service

Booking is essential.

Arrive from 5:30pm for registration and networking.

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Connected Hubs is a central driver of the Irish National Hub Network, a Government of Ireland initiative aimed at establishing and strategically expanding a network of interconnected hub facilities throughout the country. Connected Hubs is a Government of Ireland initiative under Our Rural Future. Connected Hubs is managed by the Western Development Commission in conjunction with the Department of Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht.