PITCH TANK

At a Glance

• 20 Finalist Brands Selected

• 70,000+ Industry Attendees

• Live on Main Stage at CLEAN CON

• Retail Buyers, Investors & Media in Attendance

• Direct Post-Pitch Meeting Access

 

What is PITCH TANK™

PITCH TANK™ is a live founder competition taking place at the Venetian Expo during CLEAN CON (July 13–15, 2027).

Selected brands take the stage to pitch their company to a curated panel of:

• Retail buyers

• Venture capital & private equity investors

• Distributors & category leaders

• Media and industry press

Each pitch includes live feedback, Q&A, and real-time evaluation.

What Makes It Different

• Direct access to decision-makers—not just visibility

• Real business outcomes: retail, investment, partnerships

• Built-in investor and buyer meetings after pitching

• National-stage exposure in front of the entire CLEAN CON audience

 

How It Works

1. Apply

Submit your brand profile, product details, traction, and pitch deck.

2. Selection

Top 20 finalist brands are selected by the CLEAN CON advisory panel.

3. Prepare

Finalists receive pitch guidelines and optional coaching support.

4. Take the Stage

Pitch live at CLEAN CON in front of investors, buyers, and thousands of attendees.

5. Make Deals

Participate in curated post-pitch meetings with investors, retailers, and partners.

 

Pitch Format

• 5-Minute Live Pitch

• 5-Minute Q&A with Judges

• Scored in Real-Time

• Winners Announced On-Site

 

Apply to Pitch

PITCH TANK™ is open to emerging and growth-stage brands across:

• Natural & Organic Food & Beverage

• Functional Wellness & Supplements

• Clean Beauty & Personal Care

• Sustainable Home & Lifestyle

• Eco Packaging & Innovation

Ideal Brands

• Differentiated, innovative products

• Strong brand positioning and mission

• Proven traction or clear growth potential

• Retail-ready or actively scaling

Application Includes

• Brand overview

• Product information

• Market traction & distribution

• Founder story

• Pitch deck submission

Key Dates

• Applications Open: April 24, 2026

• Final Deadline: March 1, 2027 (or until capacity is reached)

• Finalists Announced: April 2027

• Live Competition: During CLEAN CON (July 13–15, 2027)

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What Finalists Receive

• Live pitch on CLEAN CON main stage

• Exposure to 70,000+ industry professionals

• Direct introductions to buyers & investors

• Scheduled post-pitch meeting opportunities

• Media and PR visibility

• Featured placement across CLEAN CON marketing

 

Judges & Criteria

PITCH TANK™ judges are selected from across the CPG ecosystem:

• Major retail buyers

• Investment firms

• Founders and operators

• Category experts

Evaluation Criteria

Product Innovation – Differentiation and uniquenessMarket Opportunity – Demand and category growthBrand Strength – Positioning and consumer appealTraction & Scalability – Sales, distribution, readinessFounder Vision – Leadership and long-term potential

 

Investor & Buyer Access

PITCH TANK™ is designed for those looking to discover the next breakout brands early.

Investors & Buyers Receive

• Priority seating and private access

• Curated deal flow of vetted finalist brands

• Access to pitch decks and brand profiles

• Pre-scheduled and on-site meeting opportunities

• Direct founder introductions

Why Attend

• Identify high-growth brands before competitors

• Build early-stage partnerships

• Access exclusive investment opportunities

• Stay ahead of emerging trends in CPG