Real Founders. Real Pitches. Real Beer.
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
The pitch event that actually helps you raise
Let’s be honest – most pitch events are painful. You watch founder after founder deliver polished presentations to a panel of judges who nod sagely and offer vague feedback. Everyone claps politely. Nobody learns anything useful.
AI on Tap – Ignite is different.
We’re bringing together ambitious AI founders who are serious about raising capital – and putting them through their paces in the most constructive way possible.
Here's how it works
🎯 Pitch Simulator
Four brave founders present their fundraising decks to a room full of other founders and investors. But here’s the twist – the entire room gets to play investor, asking the tough questions you’ll face in real meetings. No softballs. No politeness. Just honest scrutiny that gets you truly prepared.
💰 Raise Simulator
Everyone gets £20k of virtual money to invest through our event app. Put your money where your mouth is – bid for equity in the companies you believe in. Put yourself in the shoes of investors. See fundraising from the other side of the table.
💡 Round-up Panel
Our hosts reveal the results and break down what worked, what didn’t, and why. Real insights from people who’ve been there and done it, both as founders and investors.
🎤 Open Mic Q&A
Your turn. Bring your burning questions about fundraising, pitch decks, or that tricky slide you can’t quite nail. Get answers from a room full of people who get it.
🍺 Proper Networking
The best conversations happen over a pint. Meet other founders facing the same challenges, swap war stories, and build your network.
Why this actually works
Get battle-tested before it matters
You’re going to face difficult questions from investors. Better to hear them first in a supportive room than bomb in your actual pitch.
See through investor eyes
Playing investor yourself is the best way to question your own assumptions and understand what investors are really looking for.
Learn from real examples
Watch other founders navigate tough questions. Steal what works. Avoid what doesn’t.
Who should be there
You're a founder if...
- You’re planning to raise in the next 12 months
- Your pitch deck needs a reality check
- You want honest feedback, not empty encouragement
- You’re ready to help other founders succeed
You're an investor if...
- You want to meet ambitious AI founders
- You believe in constructive feedback
- You’re looking for your next opportunity
- You enjoy a good beer and better conversation
Meet Your Hosts
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Ticket price:
£ 67.00
Ready to ignite your raise?
This isn’t your typical pitch event. It’s a room full of people who want you to succeed – and will tell you exactly what you need to hear to get there.
No theatrical judging panels. No startup theatre. Just real feedback that makes a real difference.
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