Pitch Competition + Community Celebration
Naturally Rising NorCal (formerly known as Pitch Slam) is the premier event of the year to celebrate Northern California’s up-and-coming brands with a community celebration and pitch competition. Whether it’s to showcase your talents or to keep your finger on the pulse of the hottest industry trends, Naturally Rising is the place you want to be!
NATURALLY RISING NORCAL
Naturally Rising NorCal 2026
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
Mill Valley Community Center
APPLICATIONS ARE CLOSED
2026
One part pitch competition. One part community celebration. Naturally Rising is our premier event of the year!
Naturally Rising NorCal is more than just a competition — it’s a celebration of innovation, entrepreneurship, and Northern California community, bringing together members from across the region.
Sponsorship Opportunities are Available
Help Us Host a Memorable Event! Partner with us to support founders, spark connections, and celebrate emerging brands. Contact info@naturallynorcal.org.
Event Sponsor
$2,500
Stand alongside industry leaders to showcase your commitment to our local community and
its entrepreneurs.
Stand out with prominent logo placement in all event buzz, including all email marketing, social media, and event signage
Logo love in key event spaces at the live event
Invitation to table in a prime location
Contribute swag or product to attendees
Shoutouts in the opening and closing moments of the program
VIP passes for your squad (up to 5 tickets)
Prize Sponsor
Prize Value
Give back to the entrepreneurial community. Offer a Naturally Rising prize (cash, services or products), providing winner(s) with valuable resources and recognition to propel their ventures.
Logo in digital marketing and live event signage
Prize announcement from the Naturally Rising stage
Inclusion in 2 Naturally Rising prize package marketing emails (prize description + website link)
All Naturally NorCal Members and Partners are eligible to give a prize. Email info@naturallynorcal.org to coordinate.
Reception Sponsor
$2,500
Support the social hour and capitalize on a captive audience as guests wait in line for food & beverages.
Logo love in event marketing
Dedicated signage in prime locations on the
food service tablesShoutout from the Naturally Rising stage
2 tickets for your team
Custom Sponsorship
$500 – $10,000
Looking for something different?
Let’s Talk!
Past Winners
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2025 Winners
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2024 Pitch Slam
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2023 Pitch Slam
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2022 Pitch Slam
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2021 Pitch Slam
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2020 Pitch Slam
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2018 Pitch Slam
