i2VC Founder Opportunity
Meet 20 Thesis-Matched Investors 1:1
On September 17, founders can participate in a virtual investor conference built around direct conversations with investors matched by stage, sector, and geography.
i2VC is an official media partner of VC 1:1 Pitch Conf and is sharing the opportunity with founders in our network.
September 17, 2026 · Virtual
Attend the VC and investor insights program at no cost.
Actively Raising? Pitch 20 Investors 1:1 →
i2VC partner code: i2VC10 – 10% off eligible paid access
Why i2VC Selected This Opportunity
There are many startup pitch events. We are sharing this one because the format is centered on direct investor conversations rather than only panels, pitch competitions, or open networking.
Participating startups can receive up to 20 short one-on-one conversations with VCs, angels, family offices, and other investors, with matching based on factors including investment stage, sector, and geography.
For founders actively raising capital, a concentrated set of relevant investor conversations can help expand the investor pipeline, sharpen positioning, and create new relationships.
Free i2VC Founder Resource
Build a Better Investor Pipeline
Get the Free i2VC Founder Fundraising Kit
Fundraising works better when you target the right investors and arrive prepared. i2VC has put together a practical founder toolkit to help you identify better-fit investors, organize your fundraising pipeline, prepare for short investor meetings, and follow up intelligently.
Investor Targeting Scorecard
Prioritize investors based on stage, sector, check size, geography, strategic value and relationship strength.
Investor Pipeline Tracker
Track investor fit, outreach, meetings, next actions and follow-ups in one place.
Investor Meeting Prep Sheet
Prepare your positioning, traction, round, questions and next-step ask before an investor conversation.
Investor Follow-Up Templates
Use concise follow-up structures for interested, uncertain and future-fit investors.
Free. Built for founders preparing to raise or currently fundraising.
What Founders Get
20 Investor Conversations
Pitch up to 20 VCs, angels and family offices through scheduled 1:1 online conversations.
Thesis-Based Matching
Investor matching is based on factors including stage, sector and geography to increase the likelihood of relevant conversations.
Broader Investor Access
Meet participants across venture capital, angel investing, family offices and the wider startup ecosystem.
Conference Access
Access broader investor discussions, panels and fundraising insights alongside the 1:1 meetings.
Investors and Venture Leaders Participating
The September 17 program brings together investors and venture leaders across venture capital, angel investing, family offices, accelerators and the broader private-market ecosystem.
Speaker and investor participation is subject to change. See the conference website for the current agenda.
Is This Right for Your Startup?
Worth Considering If You Are:
- Actively raising capital now or within the next several months
- Able to clearly explain your product, traction, market and fundraising ask
- Looking to expand your investor network beyond existing warm introductions
- Prepared to pitch multiple investors in a concentrated virtual format
- At a stage where investor conversations can realistically advance your raise
Probably Not the Best Fit If You Are:
- Still at the idea stage without a clear product or team
- Not currently planning to raise capital
- Unable to clearly articulate the amount being raised and intended use of funds
- Expecting participation itself to guarantee investment
- Primarily looking for customers rather than investors
i2VC does not recommend purchasing access simply for exposure. The value comes from being prepared to make productive use of the investor conversations.
Choose How You Participate
Attend Free
Best for founders who want to learn from the investor program and explore the conference without purchasing pitch access.
Pitch Investors 1:1
Best for founders actively fundraising and prepared to use a concentrated series of matched investor conversations.
Up to 20 matched 1:1 investor conversations.
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Use code i2VC10 for 10% off eligible paid access.
Actively Raising Capital?
If you have a clear fundraising ask, compelling traction and are ready for investor conversations, the September 17 VC 1:1 Pitch Conf offers participating startups the opportunity to meet up to 20 matched investors virtually.
VC 1:1 Pitch Conf
September 17, 2026
Virtual
Use code i2VC10 for 10% off eligible paid access.
i2VC is an official media partner of VC 1:1 Pitch Conf. i2VC may receive promotional benefits based on participation generated through its partner relationship. Conference participation does not imply investment by i2VC or any participating investor.
Investors: Participate and Stay Connected
VCs, angels, family offices and other qualified investors can explore participation in the September 17 event and connect with the broader i2VC investment network.
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Stay Connected Beyond the Conference
i2VC brings together founders, investors, operators and domain experts around selected venture opportunities, market intelligence, ecosystem events and relevant relationships.