LiftHER Asia Pacific Female Founders Grant Pitch Night 2026

Proudly sponsored by AsiaPay Capital

Featuring 10 finalists competing for cash grant prizes.

📅 Monday 27th April

⏰ 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM

📍 State Library Victoria, Conversation Quarter, Melbourne

Join us at the heritage State Library of Melbourne for an inspiring evening as we host the LIFTWOMEN Pitch Night.

As the culmination of the LiftHER Asia Pacific Female Founders Grant, this event showcases the top 10 finalists, selected from hundreds of applicants across the APAC region. These innovative, women-led startups will pitch live to an esteemed panel of judges and audience for a chance to win cash grant funding.

🌟What to expect:

Groundbreaking Ventures: Experience live pitches from 10 visionary, women-led startups across APAC, and working to shape a better future through innovation and impact.
Vote for the Best: Vote for your favourite founder on the night to win the People’s Choice Award. Voting is exclusive to in-person attendees, so come along to support the founders as they pitch.
Networking Opportunities: Connect and mingle with inspiring entrepreneurs, investors, industry leaders, and ecosystem partners from the startup and small business community.
Award Ceremony: Celebrate as we announce the winners across multiple categories.
Delightful Refreshment: Enjoy a curated selection of wines, drinks, and canapés while networking and soaking up the atmosphere of the evening.

🌟Who should attend:

This event is ideal for investors, enterprise partners, entrepreneurs, startup enthusiasts, and anyone passionate about supporting women in business and innovation.

🌟Meet Our Esteemed Judging Panel:

Samar Mcheileh, Managing Partner at Scale Investors
Rachel Yang, Partner at Giant Leap
Joseph Chan, Founder & CEO at Asia Pay
Leila Oliveira, Senior Investment Manager, Antler

🌟Meet Our Finalists:

Here is a sneak peak, come see them in person!

JOIN US! Seats are limited. Secure your spot now to enjoy the early bird discount and witness the future of outstanding women-led entrepreneurship as it unfolds.

We look forward to hosting you!

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