​🎤 Pitch-prov: Lesson #4 - Telling your story through TTRPGs: a terrible D&D keynote

​Pitch-prov: Where pitching meets improv — and practice beats perfection

​Pitch-prov is a live, low-pressure pitch and storytelling experience where people practice communicating ideas in front of real people, for real situations.

​It blends short, informal pitches with improv-inspired elements—no polished decks, no memorized scripts. Just ideas, clarity, and learning by doing.

​Agenda:

​3:15 PM - Welcome
3:30 PM - Expert Lesson
3:45 PM - Open Mic Pitches
4:30 PM - Close & Networking

​This is not a pitch competition.

It’s built for founders, creatives, operators, and anyone who wants to communicate more clearly.

​How it works

​Each session starts with a short “expert lesson” based on a real pitching or communication experience.

​That lesson becomes the theme for the night.

​From there, the mic opens up. Participants apply the lesson in real time in a supportive, low-stakes environment. The goal isn’t perfection—it’s progress.

​Want to pitch?

​Pitchers sign up in advance. Spots are first-come, first-served, with newcomers prioritized.

​No selection. No judging. Early ideas and rough drafts are welcome.

​Who it’s for

• ​Founders and aspiring founders

• ​Creatives, operators, and builders

• ​Anyone with an idea they want to communicate more clearly

​You don’t need a finished product—just a willingness to try.

​Practice over performance.
Progress over polish.

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​Event Disclaimer

​Alcohol may be served. Please drink responsibly and do not drink and drive. By attending, you assume all risk and release the event organizers and partners from liability for any incidents.

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​This event is part of Cleveland Tech Week 2026, a community-driven celebration of innovation across Greater Cleveland. Learn more and explore the full calendar at cletechweek.com.

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