CMC Angels Pitch Competition

Empowering Women Founders to Launch, Grow and Scale with Strategic Funding and Expert Support

Introducing an exclusive pitch competition for bold women entrepreneurs. The CMC Angels Pitch Competition is your chance to accelerate your business journey with the chance to win a share of up to $100,000 in funding, mentorship, and invaluable resources to elevate your business. Designed to empower and accelerate women entrepreneurs, this national competition connects you with influential mentors, strategic networks and critical business resources to turn your vision into a thriving venture. Whether you're launching, growing, or scaling, this is your opportunity to shine, unlock game-changing support and take your business to the next level. And the best part?
By purchasing a limited-edition T-shirt or merchandise – you're not just adding something special to your collection; you're directly supporting the next generation of women entrepreneurs. Every purchase contributes 50% of profits to the cash prize pool and helps to fund essential resources and mentorship, empowering women to achieve their goals. Make a difference today!

What is CMC Angels Pitch Competition?

CMC Angels Pitch Competition is an exclusive competition that empowers visionary women entrepreneurs to bring their ideas to life. With a prize pool of up to $100,000 in cash grants, services, and mentorship, we’re here to get you out of the gates, and fuel your growth and success. Whether you’re early in your entrepreneurial journey or scaling your business, CMC Angels Pitch is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.

Up to $100,000 in Funding & Services

Thanks to the sale of limited-edition T-shirts and CMC sponsors and partners, up to $100,000 will be raised to support women entrepreneurs through funding, resources, and mentorship.

Media Exposure and Publicity

Participants and winners will gain media exposure, including press coverage and features on social platforms, helping to increase their brand visibility and credibility.

Prize Packages with Business Tools

Winners can receive prize packages that include essential tools for business growth, such as software, marketing services, and professional services that help improve business operations.

Collaboration Partnerships & Investment

Competing offers the chance to connect with potential partners, collaborators, and investors who could provide additional support and open new doors for growth.

Support Women Entrepreneurs

These exclusive items are not only a great way to support women entrepreneurs, but every purchase helps fund the CMC Angels Pitch Competition and its amazing prizes. Show your support for the future of women-led businesses, and wear or use your gear with pride!

FoundHer T-shirt

She didn't just find her voice—she built her business with it. Our FoundHer tee is for the founder who's done the work, made the leap, and owns every bold step she takes. Made for fearless women building the future, this shirt says what your LinkedIn bio can't.
Wear it proud. You've found her—and she’s you.

EntreprenHer T-Shirt

Not your average boss tee. This one’s for the woman who’s scaling startups, pitching with purpose, and making strategy look effortless. The EntreprenHer tee is your reminder—and the world’s—that building empires isn’t just for the boys’ club.
You’re not an entrepreneur. You’re an EntreprenHer.

Empowher - T-Shirt

Fuel her fire. Amplify her voice. The EmpowHer tee is more than a statement—it’s a movement. Designed for the women who lift others as they lead, this shirt is for mentors, allies, and everyday revolutionaries turning encouragement into action.
Because when you empower her, you empower all of us.

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The CMC Angels Pitch Competition 2025 Pitch Prizes

The total prize pool for the CMC Angels Pitch Competition is worth up to $100,000, with 4 x up to $25,000 in prizes awarded across 4 key  categories. The prizes include grant funding, mentorship, in-kind services, and business resources. Here's what we’re offering:

Innovation & Impact

This category celebrates bold, forward-thinking founders who are creating innovative solutions with the power to transform industries and make a meaningful difference. Whether it’s through disruptive technology, social enterprise, sustainability, or community-driven models, the Innovation & Impact Award recognizes a founder whose business is not only breaking new ground but also delivering measurable social, environmental, or economic outcomes. Judges will be looking for originality, scalability, and clear evidence of impact.

Potential & Growth

This award recognises a founder with a clear and compelling path to commercial success. It honours businesses with strong market demand, scalable models, and a well-defined strategy for customer acquisition, revenue growth, and market expansion. Whether you're disrupting an existing category or tapping into an emerging market, the Market Potential & Growth Award celebrates your ability to build a thriving, future-ready business with significant commercial upside.

Community Impact

This award honours a founder whose business is driving positive change at a grassroots level—empowering communities, creating inclusive opportunities, and addressing real-world challenges with purpose and heart. The Community Impact Award recognises ventures that prioritise social value alongside commercial goals, demonstrating a deep commitment to equity, inclusion, wellbeing, and upliftment. Judges will look for businesses that inspire connection, resilience, and meaningful change in the lives they touch.

Purpose Passion & Profit

This award celebrates a founder whose business is the perfect fusion of personal passion, meaningful purpose, and commercial viability. It recognises entrepreneurs who are building with heart—driven by values, guided by mission, and committed to making a difference while building a profitable and sustainable venture. Judges will be looking for authenticity, alignment between purpose and product, and a clear strategy for translating passion into lasting impact and revenue.

Participating in the CMC Angels Pitch Competition?
Make sure to review our Terms & Conditions for full details on eligibility, prize distribution, and competition guidelines. Transparency is key—and we want you to shine, knowing exactly how it all works.