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Sesame Summit 2027
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Web Summit Qatar — PITCH 2027

Competition · Doha, Qatar
Rolling applications Apply
Centre Stage pitch slot, investor introductions and event exposure Cheque
None Equity
Doha, Qatar Where

PITCH is the startup competition built into Web Summit Qatar, staged in Doha as part of the summit. It is open globally to early-stage companies.

Teams chosen for it get a pitch slot on Centre Stage, introductions to the investors attending, and the broader exposure the event generates. Participation is non-dilutive, with no equity taken and no cash prize recorded.

The 2027 edition runs 31 January to 3 February in Doha. Applications go through the Web Summit startup programme and no public deadline is given.

What it actually costs you

ChequeCentre Stage pitch slot, investor introductions and event exposure
Equity takenNone
Market rate for the same chequeEarly-stage startups, open globally

PITCH is the startup competition built into Web Summit Qatar and is open globally to early-stage companies. Teams chosen for it get a pitch slot on Centre Stage, introductions to investors attending, and the broader exposure the event generates. Participation is non-dilutive, with no equity taken and no cash prize recorded. The competition takes place in Doha, Qatar as part of the summit.

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