PITCH BLACK
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Pitch Black
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All About Pitch Black
Pitch Black is a dynamic pitching competition held during the Start Up Festival, where entrepreneurs take the stage to present their ideas to a panel of experts. In this no-frills format, participants have just a few minutes to make a powerful impression, showcasing their vision, business model, and potential impact. It’s an unmissable opportunity for start-ups to gain visibility, receive invaluable feedback, and compete for support and recognition within Malta’s vibrant start-up ecosystem.

Overall Winner
Keith M Azzopardi, Co-founder and CEO of Smart Materials Ltd, who won the first edition of Pitch Black explained that the company’s core vision is to revolutionise the materials industry with sustainable, innovative solutions that not only enhance product quality but also prioritise environmental responsibility.
“Winning this contest reaffirms our commitment to this mission and propels us further towards making a lasting impact,” Dr Azzopardi remarked.
Best Female Led Startup
Natallia Miranchuk, founder and CEO of Soula won the award for Best Female Led Startup award, for her solution providing ethical AI in maternity.
“We are honoured to win the Best Female led startup award. It was my first time on the Island but for sure not the last – especially now that the price service package gives us the opportunity to work with so many Maltese companies,” she said.

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