Pitch Friday
Are you interested in getting on-the-spot feedback?
Pitch Friday is a monthly dose of real talk, real feedback and real growth. Join a community of founders and mentors as we workshop early-stage ideas and share insights that move startups forward. No pressure, just progress.
- Sept. 18
- Oct. 9
- Nov. 13
Final Pitch Challenge
Showcase your growth
Participants in our pitch programs throughout the semester can earn a spot in the Final Pitch Challenge, where the top two from each program will be invited to showcase their growth and compete for scholarships. This high-energy event is your chance to present your venture, celebrate your progress, and unlock new opportunities.
Pitch Friday Schedule
Welcome
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Welcome & Framing
Time: 130 Business Building
Location: Host sets the tone: This is a safe space for learning and iteration.
Startup Pitches (8)
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Startup Pitches
Time: 130 Business Building
Location: Each founder delivers a 3-minute pitch, followed by 5 minutes of structured feedback from a coach.
Pitch Workshop
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Best Practices
Time: 130 Business Building
Location: A coach delivers a quick best practice for pitching overview, highlighting structure, storytelling, and delivery tips.
Wrap it Up!
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Final Q&A
Time: 130 Business Building
Location: Discuss future opportunities and the Final Pitch Challenge competition.
Meet the coach
Stacey Brandhorst is a Client Partner at Slalom, where she helps organizations accelerate growth through strategy, business and technology transformation, and customer-centered innovation. Throughout her career, she has worked with hundreds of entrepreneurs, startups and executive teams to launch, scale and transform businesses.
Previously, Brandhorst was Vice President and Investment Principal at Plains Ventures, helping manage a $100+ million venture portfolio while coaching founders and evaluating investment opportunities across Oklahoma and the region. She also founded and served as CEO of PristineCal, leading the company from startup through venture fundraising and exit.
A frequent speaker on entrepreneurship and innovation, Brandhorst has delivered workshops for founders and investors across the U.S. and Latin America, including programs with the U.S. Department of State. She holds dual master’s degrees from OSU and the Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Puebla in Mexico. She is also fluent in Spanish, and remains actively involved in Oklahoma’s entrepreneurial ecosystem through mentoring, board service and community leadership.
