THE PITCH ROOM. Live. Interactive. Built for Founders.
You don't need a better idea. You need a stronger delivery.
Most founders lose the room in the first 60 seconds. Not because the idea is weak, but because under pressure, voice and body language start working against them.
The Pitch Room is an experiential workshop for founders who want to discover what their body language is signaling and learn to pitch with more clarity and influence.
Hosted in partnership with Reitler Kailas & Rosenblatt LLP, the event brings together a curated small group of founders for an evening of learning, live practice, and connection. Drinks and light bites will be provided.
Led by Dr. Sumeyra Ozturk, executive communication expert and founder of Speech & Mind, this workshop uses the psychology of persuasion to teach the signals that build credibility and make investors lean in. You'll learn techniques Dr. Ozturk teaches leaders at companies including Google, Apple, and Meta, adapted specifically for founders navigating high-stakes pitches.
Run of Show
6:30 – 6:45 PM | Arrival and check-in
6:45 – 7:45 PM | Interactive workshop
7:45 – 8:30 PM | Open networking and pitch practice
What to Expect
✦ A curated, growth-minded group of founders
✦ Practical tools you can use immediately
✦ A research-backed mini guide to take home
✦ Optional pitch practice with feedback from Dr. Ozturk
Built for founders done leaving rooms wondering what went wrong.
This is a 21+ event. Please bring a valid ID.
📸 Photos and videos may be taken during the event for promotional purposes. By attending, you consent to being photographed or filmed.
About the Hosts
Dr. Sumeyra Ozturk helps executives and founders communicate with clarity and authority under pressure. She holds a PhD in Psychology specializing in nonverbal communication and completed executive coaching training at Harvard. Her science-based approach translates the latest research into practical tools founders can use in high-stakes moments.
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Reitler is a top-ranked venture capital law firm with offices in New York, Los Angeles, and Princeton. Reitler is consistently ranked as a Top 10 venture capital law firm by Pitchbook and has been recognized by Chambers as a global leader in its Startups & Emerging Companies category. With thousands of venture financings completed since our founding, we bring deep experience and practical insight to help our clients achieve their goals efficiently.