Pitch & Build - low/non tech ventures
Berlin is full of tech pitch nights—but what about ideas being built outside of tech?
Meet to Build is joining forces with Deborah Choi and The Social Hub for this edition of Pitch Night—a series that spotlights bold new ideas in an open, energising setting.
This time, we’re highlighting early-stage founders building low or non tech ventures —from physical products to creative projects to community-driven businesses.
Founders will pitch their ideas, followed by a short panel conversation that dives into the realities of building beyond tech. It’s an evening to discover fresh ideas, hear candid founder stories, and connect with a community of builders and supporters.
👀 Who It’s For
Anyone is welcome but this night is especially relevant for anyone who’s:
Exploring a side project or early-stage idea
Building something solo or with a small team
Curious about interesting projects and products being built in Berlin
Wants to learn more about ideas/ventures/businesses being built outside of tech
💡 Apply to Pitch
Are you working on a low- or no-tech venture? We’re opening a limited number of pitch spots for this edition of Pitch Night.
👉 Apply here to share your project, product, or business with the community.
🎯 What to Expect
🎤Live pitches from founders building outside of tech (think physical products, creative projects, communities, small businesses)
🤝 Networking & Connection — Meet and exchange with aspiring and early-stage founders, creatives, and curious minds from across Berlin’s community.
🍷 Drinks and food can be purchased at the venue
🏛️ About the hosting partners
Deborah Choi is a 6x founder, VC-backed entrepreneur, and community builder with over 15 years of experience in entrepreneurship, digital strategy, and business development. Named one of Business Insider’s Top 25 Zukunftsmacherinnen and a recipient of Google for Startups’ Black Founders Fund, she has been featured in TechCrunch, Sifted, and EU Startups. Beyond building ventures, Deborah is a sought-after speaker and executive coach to founders. She brings a global perspective, having lived in Nigeria, the US, Berlin, and Marrakech—and is also a proud single mom and globetrotter.
The Social Hub (TSH) is more than just a hotel—it’s a vibrant hub for living, learning, and connecting. With spaces across Europe, TSH blends hospitality with community by hosting events, coworking, and cultural programs. In Berlin, it has become a gathering point for founders, creatives, and changemakers who want to connect, collaborate, and grow together.
🔗 About Meet to Build
Meet to Build is a growing community helping people move from wanting to build something — a side project, product, or company — to actually doing it. Through curated gatherings and meaningful connections, we create spaces for honest stories, real momentum, and lasting relationships.
We believe the future of building starts with connection, not isolation.
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📬 Consent Notice
By registering, you consent to having photographs taken during the event that may be used in Meet to Build and The Social Hub’s marketing materials and social media.