Pitch Lounge, a community that connects startup founders with investors, has announced two upcoming events in September for its “Foodpreneurs Collective” series. The events include an online pitch lounge for early-stage startups and an in-person breakfast networking meetup in Dubai.
Overview and Mission
The Foodpreneurs Collective event series, running since 2021, is designed to support the food and beverage startup ecosystem in the MENA region. The mission is to provide a platform for entrepreneurs to get investor-ready, receive expert feedback, and build a strong professional network.
Event 1: Foodpreneurs Collective Pitch Lounge (Online)
This online pitch event offers early-stage startups a chance to present in an informal setting and get valuable feedback from a panel of experts from the food, investment, and pitch coaching industries.
What Participants Will Receive:
- The chance to get investor-pitch ready by presenting in an informal setting.
- Helpful feedback from a panel of experts.
- Exposure, feedback, and connection to funding to help scale and grow.
Who Should Apply?
- Early-stage startups in the food and beverage sector, either pre- or post-investment or revenue.
Event Details and How to Apply:
- Date: Thursday, September 11, 2025.
- Location: Zoom (Online).
- How to Apply: Founders can sign up to pitch here. Observers can get tickets here.
Event 2: 10th Foodpreneurs Collective (Breakfast) Networking – Dubai
This is the 10th edition of the popular in-person breakfast networking event, providing an opportunity for the foodpreneur community to connect.
Who Should Attend?
- Anyone in the food and beverage industry, especially those attending ISM or Private Label Middle East.
Event Details and How to Register:
- Date: Monday, September 15, 2025.
- Location: Caffe Nero, Dubai World Trade Centre.
- How to Register: Attendance is free, but you must register in advance here.
About the Organizer
Pitch Lounge is a pitch events series and community that brings together entrepreneurs, investors, and community members to create the perfect startup investment environment. It regularly organizes startup investor pitching and community events across various themes, including Food & Beverage, Female Founders, Ed-Tech, and Sustainability.
Source: Pitch Lounge
