Austin Fast Start: Creatives Pitch Event 2022

Description

Austin Fast Start is a pitch competition with a purpose. Every quarter, we will hear from a new industry and award an unrestricted cash prize and other opportunities to turn these dreams into realities. This quarter's industry is Creatives. You'll get the opportunity to see and hear innovators present their ideas and vote for your favorite. 

Meet the Finalists

G180, LLC is a swimwear brand built around their core product which is a reinvented personal flotation device. Their goal is to make PFD's apart of everyday swimwear attire and one day eliminate drowning deaths as a statistic.

LOKA HAUS LLC designs and produces high-quality, sustainable products with a small-batch, luxury feel. Their mission is to end “fast fashion”, provide luxury goods at an accessible level, and address (and educate consumers on) economic gender inequities, specifically in retail and business.

PietschHouse produces artist-led showcases promoting local talent in Austin, while building local, eclectic lineups focused on benefitting artists.

tourless is revolutionizing the way music is shared and discovered by creating a market place where musical artists can purchase "radio" airtime from local businesses (coffee shops, restaurants, etc.).

About Creatives
Arts, culture, and creativity are essential elements to Austin’s unique and distinctive identity. Creative businesses include those that are turning their creative talents into successful and sustainable business ventures. This topic encompasses a broad range of creatives in the Austin ecosystem, such as musicians, artists, photographers, and artisans.

Prize Package Snapshot (total package valued at $4,625)

• $2,500 Cash Prize plus in-kind prizes
• Three months free rent at Capital Factory
• Financial and HR Consultation from vcfo
• One Year Corporate Membership to the Austin Young Chamber

See Full Prize Package Details Here