Ignite Brooklyn Made Live Pitch Competition
Brooklyn Made invites you to Ignite Brooklyn Made, a live pitch competition celebrating Brooklyn's most promising entrepreneurs.
Funded by Wells Fargo and administered by the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce through Brooklyn Made, Ignite Brooklyn Made is a new access to capital and advisory services program supporting the growth of small businesses across the borough.
Event Details
Date & Time Tuesday, April 14, 2026
5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location BRIC Arts Media Ballroom
647 Fulton Street, Brooklyn
647 Fulton Street, Brooklyn
What to Expect Live pitches, founder meet-and-greets,
shopping, & light bites
shopping, & light bites
About the Event
After a competitive process that drew more than 200 applicants, ten Brooklyn-based founders were selected to receive $25,000 growth grants and participate in an intensive advisory program designed to strengthen their business strategies and prepare them for this live pitch competition.
Live Pitch Competition
The finalists will present their expansion plans in a Shark Tank-style competition in front of judges and a live audience.
Meet & Shop the Founders
Discover products, connect directly with entrepreneurs, and shop from Brooklyn businesses emerging from the borough's vibrant maker ecosystem.
Who Should Attend
Retail buyers, community leaders, entrepreneurs, supporters of Brooklyn small business, and anyone interested in discovering standout local brands.
Prize Awards
In addition to the $25,000 grants already awarded to all ten finalists, the top three pitches will receive additional funding:
First Place
$25,000
Second Place
$15,000
Third Place
$10,000
Featured Entrepreneurs
Space is limited, and so is the chance to see these founders pitch live. Come celebrate innovation, entrepreneurship, and the businesses shaping Brooklyn's future.
Join Us
Be there as Brooklyn founders take the stage, pitch for major prizes, and connect with buyers, community leaders, and supporters of small business across the borough.
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