Pitch Pulse 2026
A Multi-Vertical Startup Pitch Series
Pitch Pulse is a vertical-focused pitch series built to spotlight promising startups and connect them with the right ecosystem players at the right time.Through a structured series of themed sessions, founders present within focused industry tracks, receive feedback, and engage with mentors, judges, and stakeholders across the California innovation ecosystem.
The series concludes with a larger in-person showcase featuring selected startups from across the sessions.
2026 Vertical Themes
Session 1
Bio & Health Innovation: From Molecule to Machine
Session 2
AI & Predictive Systems: From Data to Decisions
Session 3
Security & Defense
Session 4
Maritime & Blue Economy
Session 5
Sustainable Cities & Societies
Apply to pitch in one of our 2026 vertical sessions.
Why Pitch Pulse
Great ideas don’t grow in isolation, they grow through exposure, feedback, and meaningful connections.
Pitch Pulse creates a focused environment where startups can:
- Present within their specific industry vertical
- Gain constructive, ecosystem-driven feedback
- Build visibility among mentors, investors, and partners
- Strengthen their positioning within the California startup landscape
- This is not just a pitch event, it’s a structured platform for momentum.
Startups
Get Involved
Register to attend the second online session:
Security & Defense
July 10, 2026