THE CUT - CEO Finale & TV Pilot Filming
SEPARATING THE DREAMERS FROM THE DOERS
Eight founders. One stage. Two pitches each.
THE CUT Finale brings eight CEOs onto a live stage for a filmed, high-pressure pitch event. This is not the full show. It is the live gauntlet that feeds into a TV pilot in development. Hundreds of investors, operators, and capital partners will be in the room as each CEO delivers their seed+ raise, after presenting an improvised horrible business concept.
No second takes. It is a test of persuasion and control when everything goes sideways.
Our national events have helped founders raise more than eight million dollars. This Finale is not a showcase. It is the final arena.
We're going beyond the WHAT to find out WHO we're investing.
What to Expect:
This event is a first look at the upcoming TV concept, exposing what it truly takes to build and sell a company. You will see how founders think under pressure, communicate in chaos, and face real investor scrutiny. Real companies. Real capital. No filters.
This is an investor-focused room. Attendees include investors, operators, founders, and those who understand the stakes of a pitch.
CEOs Seeking a Chance to Compete:
This page is for attendance only. If you want the opportunity to compete on stage, you must complete both steps:
Register for event attendance on this page
Submit your pitch application here: https://forms.gle/QVU8EkDZFR3krbaVA
Only one CEO from open applications will be selected for the final stage position. The rest have been pre-selected from the 2025 national tour.
Event Schedule:
10:00-10:30am Welcome Notes - A message from Kent Richeson
10:30-11:00am Reverse Pitch - Our six investors will present on who they invest in.
11:00-11:30am Why This Works - A message from the Co-Founders of THE CUT
12:00-1:00pm Lunch
1:00-2:00pm Powered By - Panelist and special guests
2:00-2:30pm Prep & Find Your Seat
**3:00-6:00pm TV Pilot Filming: The CUT - 8 CEOs present to 6 renowned investors
6:30-10:00pm Investor Only Dinner
Address and further updates will be provided to confirmed attendees.