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The Future of the AgriFood Ecosystem in UAE with PepsiCo Innovation & Desertech Ventures
PepsiCo Innovation in collaboration with Desertech Ventures invite you to the "PepsiCo Innovation Breakfast Pitch Lounge" - an exciting startup networking and pitch event taking place on Friday, 6th December 2024 (9AM-1PM) at the PepsiCo R&D Offices in Dubai.
We encourage AgriFood startup founders with their innovative startups to apply for the opportunity to network and pitch to members of the PepsiCo External Innovation (XI) team within Pepsico R&D, Desertech Ventures, and third-party investor and AgriFood industry panelists active in the UAE ecosystem.
Startups will be shortlisted on a rolling basis so it is advisable to apply as early as possible.
Not wanting to pitch or not a founder? If an investor or ecosystem shaper in UAE/MENA, please register to attend the event here.
The event will help the pitching startups access the following:
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WIDESPREAD EXPOSURE
PepsiCo's External Innovation team actively scouts for, identifies and develops strategic partnerships with external collaborators with a goal to understand new and emerging innovations.
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MENTORSHIP & CONNECTIONS
Mentors, experts and advisors that will help you transform your business with industry insights and feedback as a result of pitching at the event.
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Showcase Your Startup & Gain Exposure, Feedback and Connections
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Co-Organizers
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Event Format
The networking and pitch event will be organised for across 3-4 hours with 6-8 startup founders pitching to members of the PepsiCo External Innovation (XI) team within Pepsico R&D, Desertech Ventures, and third-party investor and AgriFood industry panelists active in the UAE ecosystem.
5 minute pitches
Each startup founder is given
5 minutes pitch for investment, buyers, B2B partners, etc.
5-10 minute panel Q&A’s
After each pitch, our investor panelists will ask relevant questions and/or provide guidance
Pre & Post Event Networking
Before and after the pitching, there will be breakfast and informal networking
What To Expect?
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Widespread Exposure
You will pitch live at PepsiCo R&D Offices in Dubai to a panel of investors, PepsiCo R&D External Innovation (Xi), Desertech Ventures, and other startup-investor ecosystem advisors. You will be joined by industry profesionals across the AgriFood sector. The PepsiCo Innovation Breakfast Pitch Lounge is an valuable event to gain widespread exposure.
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Access Mentorship
Gain access to mentors and scale your business by pitching at our event! This is a unique opportunity to showcase your innovation, receive valuable feedback from industry experts, and connect with top mentors who can guide your growth. Pitch your business, expand your network, and unlock resources to accelerate your success.
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Valuable Connections
In addition to the investor panelists at the event, we will also connect you with the wider ecosystem who actively support startups. A month long promotion across our social networks will showcase you to multiple stakeholders in the UAE, neighbouring Gulf countries, and globally. Make the connections that will help you scale faster.
Who Can Apply?
We are seeking startups that are revolutionizing the AgriFood industry - from CPG/Retail to AgTech and everything in between.
We are looking for startups creating an impact in the following areas:
Process & Equipment
Sustainability & Agriculture
Packaging & Materials
Digital Transformation
Ingredients & Flavors
Desert Tech
EVENT TEAM
Meet the team co-producing this event who are pooling their experience and networks to ensure they deliver a valuable and inclusive event for all.
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Frequently asked questions
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