Startup program
Polar Bear Pitching is on a mission to empower startups to demonstrate their determination to the whole world through an unconventional platform – Avanto (fin. ”ice hole”). By merging business with Finnish culture, we also foster a sauna-like environment where business can be done in a casual and equal settings. Join us to celebrate innovation in a way that’s fun, unforgettable, and impactful!
Winner of PBP Davos-Klosters
Swijin AG
Winner of PBP Tokyo
Freedom freaks
Winner of PBP India
Fuselage Innovations Pvt Ltd
If you get cold feet just from thinking about the cold water – don’t worry! Polar Bear Pitching isn’t just about braving the ice hole, you can join the excitement, network with investors, and experience the event without taking the plunge.
We collect the information from all of our startup participants into a digital catalogue to share with our investors in advance. This way investors know which startup to pay attention to and set-up a meeting during the matchmaking slots.
Start your Polar Bear Pitching day with a deep dive into the topic of growth and innovation at our Day Conference! Apart from the the Day Conference program you will also have the opportunity to book meetings with other participants through our matchmaking tool and have a big lunch break for additional networking.
Watch the selected contestants show their determination to the whole world by getting into the icy cold water and pitching their startup. Competition is an outdoor program broadcasted worldwide. All of Polar Bear Pitching ticket holders get access to watch the Avanto Competition live and enjoy saunas, food and warm drinks in the surrounding outdoor program!
Polar Bear Pitching is not just one-day program! Our whole event week is filled with free side events providing many opportunities to explore the local ecosystem, like Cleantech, HealthTech & LifeSciences and in some cases pitch your startup.
Polar Bear Pitching Afterparty is the culmination of the day, where you can truly celebrate the innovation. Music, karaoke and entertainment will warm you up after the freezing experience and set you up for good networking to wrap up the day.
Dive into the Avanto (fin. ”ice hole”), where you can gain global exposure, compete for a thrilling prize, and embark on an unforgettable adventure in the heart of Finland!
