Tech Networking Event by Startup Valley in NYC Manhattan

2026-12-02 · 18:00:00 · New York

Whiskey Cellar NYC

77 East 7th Street, New York, NY 10003

Startup Valley hosts a live pitch competition and networking night for founders and investors at Whiskey Cellar NYC on December 2, 2026.

A focused Pitch and Networking night with live startup pitches, direct investor feedback, and time to meet relevant founders and peers.

🚀 Join our event in New York!

We design Pitch and Networking nights to help founders sharpen their thinking through direct, candid feedback and to give strong investors access to serious teams.

Our pitch night is complemented by a structured networking session before and after the pitch session. 💡 What to expect: Startups pitch live and receive focused feedback from angels and VC partners Structured networking session before and after the pitches Entrepreneurs, startup founders, and operators are joining to network, exchange ideas, and build strong connections Active investors and venture scouts joining to discover the best startups early 🤝 Who you will meet at the event: Founders Investors, VC partners, Venture Scouts Marketers, Salespeople, Business Advisors Industry Disruptors AI Experts Entrepreneurs from Europe, Asia, and the United Kingdom 💼 We Welcome New Investors:

We invite investors to our event to expand their network, get acquainted with new startups, evaluate them, share feedback, and participate in discussions with early-stage and serial founders.

We offer complimentary tickets to institutional investors, angels, and venture scouts with a proven track record.

Please apply via Luma or send us an email so we can issue the ticket.

If you'd like to access our database of promising startups or provide mentorship support to our

Founder brief

Who should attend

Early-stage and serial founders from any sector seeking candid critique on their businesses will find value here. It also serves operators, business advisors, marketers, and active angels or venture capital partners looking to evaluate early startup pipelines.

What happens

Proceedings begin at 6:00 PM with registration and initial networking, followed by an official welcome and interactive networking block at 6:30 PM. Live startup pitches run from 7:00 PM to 7:50 PM, with five minutes per presentation covering business models and markets, concluding with open networking until 9:00 PM.

Who's in the room

Attendees include founders, AI experts, salespeople, and operators alongside international entrepreneurs visiting from Europe, Asia, and the UK. Active investors, venture scouts, and VC partners participate directly to assess teams and deliver immediate feedback.

How to prepare

Keep your pitch strictly within the five-minute limit, prioritizing your core value proposition, market audience, and monetization plan. Bring concise talking points tailored for follow-up discussions during the dedicated networking blocks before and after the stage presentations.

Organizer: Startup Valley

Register

At a glance

Tickets
Free – 550 USD
Refunds
Refunds up to 1 day before event
Stage
Any
Sectors
Agnostic

Agenda

  1. 6:00 PM – 6:30 PM · Registration — Guests register, receive badges, and event programs. This is an opportunity for casual networking, making first connections, and preparing for the event.
  2. 6:30 PM – 7:00 PM · Event Kickoff & Interactive Networking — Official welcome from the organizers with a brief overview of the event goals and schedule. Interactive networking session to connect with key contacts.
  3. 7:00 PM – 7:50 PM · Startup Pitch Session — Startups present their projects to investors and experts. Each team has 5 minutes to pitch, covering the project’s core idea, business model, and target market.
  4. 7:50 PM – 9:00 PM · Chill & Networking — Participants enjoy casual conversations with investors, discuss collaboration opportunities, and exchange ideas over refreshments.

Browse more

More events in New York

See all events in New York