24 Hour PitchLab
Event Title: 24 Hour PitchLab
Hosted by: Accelerate Okanagan
Date & Time:
• Friday, February 6, 2026 — 4:00 PM
• Saturday, February 7, 2026 — 5:00 PM (end)
Location: Accelerate Okanagan, 201-460 Doyle Ave, Kelowna, BC V1Y 0C1, Canada
Description
24 Hour PitchLab is an immersive, founder-focused workshop where early-stage startup teams bring a draft pitch deck and leave with a polished, investor-ready presentation. Over the course of 24 hours, participants will refine storytelling, strengthen pitch strategy, and receive direct feedback from experienced entrepreneurs and investors. The event culminates in a private showcase for community leaders and investor members, providing valuable exposure and networking opportunities for founders.
Who Should Attend:
• Pre-seed and early-stage startup founders
• Founders preparing for fundraising conversations
• Teams with a working pitch deck in need of refinement
What’s Included:
• Expert-led training sessions on pitching and storytelling
• Real-time feedback from investors & seasoned founders
• Polished, investor-ready pitch deck
• All meals (Friday dinner, Saturday breakfast, lunch and event happy hour)
Why Attend:
This hands-on experience is designed to build confidence, sharpen messaging, and prepare founders for meaningful investor conversations in a collaborative, high-impact environment.