Step into the future of HR at HR Tech 2025’s annual Pitchfest—where bold, early-stage innovators showcase breakthrough solutions for a chance at industry recognition and cash prizes. Come celebrate the visionaries reshaping the world of work.
Startups Square Off Live in a Pitch Showdown
Meet the 2025 Pitchfest Contestants
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2025 Pitchfest Judges
Schedule and Format
In each round, ten companies will have three minutes to present, then two minutes to answer questions from the judges. Of the ten companies presenting in each preliminary round, two from each round will be selected to advance to the Pitchfest final!
Each finalist will have five minutes to present and 2-3 minutes for a Q&A session with the judges.
Judging
A unique panel of judges will be seated for each round, including the final round. Judges are selected from a broad range of backgrounds in HR technology. Judges' input will be limited to questions asked of the participants and any comments made after each presentation.
Each round will also include audience voting. The audience vote will count for 30% of a participant's final score and the judges' votes will count for 70% of the final score. The total score earned by each company in the preliminary rounds will determine which six companies will advance to the finals.
Here's What's Up for Grabs
Bragging rights and up to $30,000 in prizes
10' x 10' Booth space at 2026 HR Tech
Your Intellectual Property
Competitions of this type sometimes raise concerns about intellectual property rights. Please note that HR Tech is not able to protect or advise you on your intellectual property rights. HR Tech cannot and does not take any responsibility for protecting your rights. Also, note that HR Tech does not require non-disclosure or confidentiality requirements from those involved in the Pitchfest process. Applicants are solely responsible for protecting their intellectual property rights as related to applying and participating.
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