We're on a quest to discover the next big thing in HR technology and invite you to take part by pitching your new big idea at the world's largest HR technology event!
HR Tech's Pitchfest is the perfect platform for startups eager to showcase their revolutionary products and services to the world.
If you're transforming the HR landscape with innovative solutions, it's your time to shine. We welcome applications from startups around the globe offering innovative products and services.
Why Participate?
Elevate your startup's profile among the who's who of the HR tech industry.
Gain valuable input from leading industry players.
Network with potential partners, customers and investors.
Compete for up to $30,000 in prizes to help propel your startup's journey forward.
Apply
Fill out our application form with details about your startup and the innovation you're bringing to the HR tech space.
Get Selected
Our panel of experts will review applications to select the most promising startups for the live pitch session.
Important dates
In each round, ten participating 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 of the six companies in the final round will have five minutes to present and two to three minutes to answer questions from the judges.
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.
Up to $30,000 prize donated by Randstad
10' x 10' Booth space at the 2025 HR Tech Conference
Your Intellectual Property
Competitions of this type sometimes raise concerns about intellectual property rights. Please note that the HR Technology Conference is not able to protect or advise you on your intellectual property rights. The HR Technology Conference cannot and does not take any responsibility for protecting your rights. Also, note that the HR Technology Conference 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.
July 26, 2024
Startups exhibiting at the HR Technology Conference are eligible to apply to participate in the Pitchfest, whether your idea is conceptual, in pilot phase or your business is fully operational. All participants have an equal chance of winning.