Welcome to the FII Innovators Pitch Program, where visionary startups with disruptive technologies meet the opportunity to scale their impact. Our mission at FII Institute is to empower entrepreneurs who are driving constructive change and making a positive impact on humanity in our focus areas of AI & Robotics, Education, Healthcare, and, ultimately Sustainability.
We provide a platform for innovators to scale up their bold ideas and transformative solutions addressing the most pressing global challenges. Through pitching opportunities at our global conferences and access to the FII investment ecosystem, we offer visibility that materializes in tangible outcomes.
Do not miss this unique opportunity to showcase your solution and connect with an exclusive group of top-tier investors, industry experts, potential partners, and like-minded innovators from diverse backgrounds. Selected participants will gain visibility for their ventures, potentially leading to partnerships, funding opportunities, and media coverage.
Join us in shaping a more sustainable, equitable, and prosperous future, and apply today.
Meet the Startups
These startups have been acknowledged by the FII Institute for their inspiring and impactful technologies:
FII Innovators Pitch at FII8 Investment Day Featured Startups
FII PRIORITY Rio de Janeiro Featured Startups
We are seeking visionary entrepreneurs who are pioneering AI-driven solutions and cutting-edge technologies in the following key areas:
AI & Robotics
Present applications that leverage artificial intelligence or robotics to revolutionize everyday life. As these technologies continue to advance, they have the potential to enhance efficiency, convenience, and quality of life for people around the world.
Sustainability Solutions
Showcase how your technology can promote sustainable practices in agriculture, transportation, manufacturing, or any other sector, leading to a more environmentally friendly and resilient future.
Health Innovations
Demonstrate how your solutions are revolutionizing healthcare delivery, disease prevention, diagnostics, personalized medicine, health monitoring, and improving healthcare accessibility and affordability.
Education
Whether you are developing personalized learning platforms or tools to enhance teaching effectiveness, we are seeking solutions that are revolutionizing the way to teach and learn.
Key
Benefits
VISIBILITY
Pitch on stage at FII events, gain global media exposure, and secure exclusive interviews, showcasing your venture to a community of top-tier investors and the wider industry.
ACCESS
Enjoy privileged access to the FII ecosystem, including networking opportunities with experts across various sectors, and use the FII mobile app for strategic connections and personalized scheduling.
TRAVEL
Benefit from sponsored travel arrangements, including flight tickets and accommodation, ensuring your focus remains on presenting your venture and forming valuable connections.
MEMBERSHIP
Receive a complimentary FII8 Startup Membership, offering exclusive benefits and resources tailored to support and accelerate your venture's growth.
KNOWLEDGE
Participate in masterclasses and inspiring programming designed to expand your expertise, sharpen your skills, and provide insights into the latest industry trends and practices.
COMMUNITY
Connect with the FII Investment Community, a network of influential and experienced investors and professionals, fostering relationships that can propel your venture forward.
EXHIBITION
Leverage the opportunity for sponsored exhibition space at FII events to showcase your products or services, enhancing your visibility and engagement with potential investors & collaborators.
Selection Criteria
Innovation
Uniqueness and creativity of the solution in addressing AI & robotics, health, education, or sustainability challenges.
Impact
Potential for significant positive environmental, social, and economic impact.
Feasibility & Team
Demonstrate technical feasibility, effectiveness of the solution, team expertise, and a realistic plan.
Scalability
Potential for scalability and replication in different contexts and regions. The solution has a plan for financial viability.
RULES
Geographical Eligibility
Startups from any country are eligible.
Stage Eligibility
Startups must be in the following stages of development or fundraising rounds: Seed, Series A, Growth (Series B/C). They need to have a minimum viable product (MVP), but revenue is not required. There is no need to incorporate before applying.
LANGUAGE
Applications must be written in English.
Application Submission & Deadlines
Applications are accepted and evaluated on an ongoing basis, allowing startups to be considered for multiple events. Selected startups will be duly notified. There is no fee to apply to this program.
Agreement
By submitting an application, you agree that any information or data that you provide in this application and/or pitch is considered non-confidential and non-proprietary to you or any other party. FII Institute has no obligation towards you or any other party to protect such information.
The applicant must agree to all terms and conditions, including participating in FII events and media and press opportunities, if selected.
The applicant must agree to all terms and conditions, including participating in FII events and media and press opportunities, if selected.
Join our exclusive global network
Apply as a Startup
If you meet the criteria and look forward to taking your startup to the next level, apply now.
Nominate a Startup
Share the details of a startup transforming its industry and making a positive impact on humanity.
Become a Partner
Join us in supporting disruptive innovators from all over the world as a partner, investor and/or sponsor.