Chany Ventures and Karla Huerta Present
The Big PitcHer
4th Annual Demo Day
13.06.2025
IBERO, MEXICO CITY
What is The Big PitcHer
Mexico’ First and Only Scale-Agnostic Demo Day for Female Founders
Meet the Creators
Behind this groundbreaking concept are two passionate women of vision who combined bold ideas, expert leadership, and a touch of magic to create something truly extraordinary.
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Serial Social Entrepreneur with over 100,000 people impacted
Former SVP of Programs & Partnerships @ 3 Day Startup
Former Kapor Center Investment Fellow
YC Alum & Mentor at Techstars
Harvard Graduate focused on EdTech and Mathematics
Over $3M USD of capital raised
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CEO and partner - APB SISTEMAS
Investor and Author
First entrepreneur director in AMMJEs history
Entrepreneur merit winner in Mexico for 3 years 2019/20/21
World women entrepreneur summit (Tailand) 2022
E100 Google 100 She loves tech (Singapore) 2022
100 entrepreneurs by ASEM (Mexico) 2023
"Leaders of Tomorrow" under 30 (Switzerland) 2024
Refine Your Pitch
Participate in a storytelling workshop led by Karla Huerta, the author of "Unicorn Mindset," a well-known serial entrepreneur and investor. FoundHers will be provided with guidance on crafting compelling narratives that will leave a lasting impact on investors and potential strategic growth partners.
Consult with Professionals
FoundHers will have access to free legal, financial, and graphic design consultations throughout the Big PitcHer Bootcamp with experienced professionals to ensure you are ready to shine on Demo Day!
Build Your Network
Tap into our network of investors, corporations, vendors and other allies for pitch practice and general strategic advice.
Increase Your Visibility
Present your company at one of the biggest events for female founders in Mexico. FoundHers will pitch on stage and be provided with a booth to present their product to a captive audience of ecosystem players.
Earn Prizes
We will be distributing cash and in-kind prizes valued at over $30,000 USD to FoundHers with strong business models and innovative ideas.
Who Can Pitch?
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Idea & Early Stage Start ups
Saas or hardware concepts with at least a prototype or metrics indicating high demand are eligible to appiy.
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Physical Products
Innovative tangible products with at least a prototype OR breakthrough brands that are already generating revenue are encouraged to apply.
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Services
Revenue generating, service-oriented business models with growth potential are encouraged to apply.
WHY BECOME A PART OF
THE BIG PITCHER?
The Big PitcHer offers access to valuable connections in the LatAm market, which foster partnerships, collaborations, and mentorships that are key for growth. The program also provides important tools and resources for long-term success, regardless of whether you're looking to raise funds or increase sales. By participating in our bootcamp and demo day, you support the sustainability of your venture, enabling you to seize market opportunities while building community with other impressive women founders from across the Americas.
Key Dates
Application Available: January 1st, 2025
Scholarship Deadline: February 15th, 2025
Final Deadline: March 31st, 2025
Cohort Announced: April 15th, 2025
Orientation: May 5th, 2025
Bootcamp Dates: May 5th - May 30th, 2025
The Big PitcHer Demo Day: June 13th, 2025
Scholarships Available for Top Founders
Program Details
What’s included?
Storytelling Workshop led by Karla Huerta
Budget and Fundraising prep
Pitch Consultations with Y Combinator Alum
Design and Legal Consultations
Investor and strategic partner practice sessions
Access to over $30,000 USD in perks from our partners
Event Paraphernalia
Booth at the Event
Light Refreshments at the Event
Opportunity to pitch to an audience of potential investors, corporates, potential users, and strategic partners
Dissemination of your pitch deck to LatAm funds
Confirmed Speakers
Coaches and Facilitators
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Roberto Rosete
Sr Director of Transformation at Palacio De Hierro
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Jan Heinvirta
Partner @ Platanus | Y Combinator Alumni | Co-Founder Perfekto
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Karen Stone
Digital Integrator Director for LATAM en The Coca-Cola Company
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Chris Roe
Global Communication Coach + Speaker | Public Speaking Coach for non-native English-speaking CEOs, Investors, and Startups | Endeavor Mentor
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Maria Laura Mendoza
Founder & CEO The Untraditional Learning Company | Unima (YC W16) | Facilitating autonomous self-learning abilities
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Andrea Ojeda Valle
Impact and ESG Analyst en Amplifica Capital
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Gabriela Morales
CEO & Co-Founder, Ignite20
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Kallie Parchman
Description gHead of Partnerships & US Go-To-Market
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Fernando De Leon
Co-Founder & Chief Product Officer, Innovare
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Sofia Yague
Partner at Next Legal PLLC
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Alberto Arrieta
Founder and Head Counsel at Legal Ventures
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Ileana Jaime Felix
Partnerships and Community Lead at YEMA
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Cristina Martinez
Founder and CEO at PIT Policy Lab
FAQs
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Friday, June 13th
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We anticipate many members of the Mexico entrepreneurship ecosystem to be in attendance, including but not limited to founders, investors, supporters of female founders, and potential customers. Last year, attendance reached 300. We are expecting to almost double attendance this year.
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FoundHers in the pre-accelerator program as well as pop-up FoundHers will all be provided with a station to showcase their product(s). Guests will mingle throughout the event, visit each station at their leisure, making connections and purchases. There will also be workshops led by top experts happening throughout the event. FoundHers will demo for a chance to win start-up cash and prizes
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Tickets will range from $100 MXN to $2000 MXN for VIP access.
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Participation is open start-ups as well as revenue-generated products and services. Companies may be incorporated in Mexico or abroad.
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Yes, however scholarships are available for promising founders.
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FoundHers are asked to submit an application along with a deposit towards the program cost.
FoundHers who proceed to the next round will be invited to an interview.
If selected, the FoundHer will be asked to submit the remaining balance, assuming they are not awarded a scholarship.
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The application fee is 50% of the program cost.
If you are not selected, you will be refunded within 2 business days of receiving a rejection letter.
If you are selected for a full scholarship, your application fee will also. be refunded within 2 business days.