SXSW 2024 Foras Programme - Pitching Showcase & Mixer
We’re delighted to invite you to join us for an action-packed session of pitches, networking, and appreciation for some of Scotland’s leading startups.
From 80 applications, we have identified 20 finalists to showcase to you and an esteemed panel of experts. After that, our independent panel will have the unenvious task of selecting our final cohort of 14.
We are limited to 60 people only, so RSVP today to secure your space!
What is the SXSW 2024 Foras Programme?
After the success of excursions to Silicon Valley, Helsinki, New York, and Lisbon, Foras plans to take 10 founders and startup leaders on a funded programme to Austin, TX to coincide with the South by Southwest (SXSW) conference, 6–14 March 2024.
Austin’s region is now home to more than 3,380 fast-growing companies. The city’s total combined enterprise value reached $115.3B in 2022 so far, up 2.7x over the 5 past years. Counter to overall US tech industry performance, Austin’s ecosystem value grew between 2021 and 2022 so far, regardless of economic volatility; making it one of the most resilient tech hubs globally.
Our Finalists Are
Pitch Judges:
Amy Burnett - Head of KPMG Private Enterprise Access
Alison Savill - Head of National Strategy at CodeBase
Barry McCulloch - Senior Manager at British Business Bank (Scotland)
Special Thanks to our Sponsors, Wilson Sonsini
We're thrilled to have Wilson Sonsini as sponsors for the SXSW 2024 programme.
Why attend?
Mingle with some of Scotland’s top startups and ecosystem partners
Catch up with friends and make new ones
Listen to quick-fire pitches
Offer your own feedback and support via Slido
Hear more about how we're supporting Scottish entrepreneurship internationally
Complimentary food and drink
We Want to Hear from You!
Let us know what pitches impress you by tagging us on Twitter & LinkedIn.
What you need to know
What: SXSW 2024 Foras Programme - Pitching Showcase & Ecosystem Mixer
When: Wed 31st January
Time: 11:00 - 15:00
Where: The Flying Scotsman Room, The Corinthian, 191 Ingram St, Glasgow G1 1DA
Bonus Extras: Free food & drink
Spaces are limited so RSVP today.
Don't know what Foras is all about? Take a look at the showcase video for our recent cohort programme to Lisbon.