Got a techie idea?

Are you a Northern Irish science or technology start-up company that could benefit from exposure to some of our top executives, high-technologists and professionals living overseas? Need access to capital, talent or markets? Could you use £1,000 in cash???If so, apply today for Tech Exiles Quickpitch 2008!NISP CONNECT is excited to announce the open application window for Tech Exiles Quickpitch 2008. Eligible companies must be based in Northern Ireland and must not have raised in excess of $500,000 in seed or institutional venture capital funding. If you're a start-up business with an executive summary you owe it to yourself to complete our easy application process today!Two finalists in each of the following categories will be invited to give their 3 minute “quickpitch” on 29th December, 2009 at the Tech Exiles event.• Hitech• Biotech• CleanTech• Digital Media & Software


You don’t need to be looking for capital right now – this is a broader pitch for influential people who can make things happen for your business. Why should you apply? Where should we begin! Applicants receive:• A chance to pitch their business to an illustrious room of venture community exiles and locals -- exposure you can't buy! • Potential for publicity within Northern Ireland's business community and local media • Hands-on assistance honing their pitch• The opportunity to win £1,000 in cash!Each application is reviewed by a screening committee of established local business advisors. Eight companies advance to final night, where they make in-person presentations to all attendees at Tech Exiles 2008.


There, the audience votes for the one company they think has the best chance of making it big, and the winner is presented a £1,000 cash award that night! Click here to download the application and see full program information. All applications must be received by Friday, 12th December at 5:00pm.

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