Applications are open: pitch your business live at the AccelerateHER Female Founder Showcase

AccelerateHER are inviting female founders from across Scotland to apply for one of up to 10 pitching opportunities at our Aberdeen Showcase on the 9th of December.

Selected founders will take to the stage at Union Kirk, Aberdeen to deliver a live, 1-minute pitch in front of an audience of founders, investors and members of Scotland’s wider entrepreneurial ecosystem.

And AccelerateHER will help you prepare for the moment.

Successful applicants will be invited to an online Pitch Practice session on 17 November, with the opportunity to sharpen your pitch, test your messaging and build confidence ahead of the Showcase.

Pitching is a skill, and like any skill, it improves with practice. Creating spaces where founders can practise, receive constructive feedback and learn from experienced investors is a key part of what we do at AccelerateHER.

Can you capture what makes your business exciting in just 60 seconds? Yes?

Then we’d love to hear from you!

Here’s the details on the event itself:

Female Founder Showcase: Union Kirk, Aberdeen
Wednesday 9 December 2026, 12:00–16:00
Up to 10 pitching opportunities available
Pitch Practice: Tuesday 17 November, 15:30–17:00, online
Applications close Friday 23 October at 5 pm.

Applications are open to female founders with businesses based in Scotland – deadline is Friday 23rd October at 5pm.

Apply to pitch your business here: https://bit.ly/ApplyPitchFFShowcase

Or you can secure your tickets for the event here: https://bit.ly/AbzFFShowcase