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How to Win a $1M Pitch Competition: Startup Grind feat: Nyamitse-Calvin Mahinda

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How to Win a $1M Pitch Competition: Startup Grind feat: Nyamitse-Calvin Mahinda

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What does it take to beat 100+ startups and walk away with a shot at $1M?

Nyamitse-Calvin Mahinda cracked the code. His healthcare AI startup Vital Audio didn't just win Startup World Cup NYCโ€”it dominated with a pitch that turned voice recordings into medical vital signs and skeptical judges into believers.

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Now, as he prepares for the Global Grand Finale, Calvin reveals the strategies, mistakes, and last-minute pivots that separated his 4-minute pitch from the competition.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

The Winning Formula:

  • How Nyamitse-Calvin built a compelling pitch that stood out among NYC's top 10 startups
  • The strategic decisions that led to Vital Audio's selection from hundreds of applicants ๐Ÿ‘ˆ
  • Behind-the-scenes insights from the intense 4-minute pitch + judges' Q&A

Building in Digital Health:

  • Navigating the complex healthcare regulatory landscape as a startup
  • Securing strategic partnerships with major healthcare institutions ๐Ÿ‘ˆ
  • Developing IP protection strategies that create competitive moats
  • Balancing clinical validation with commercial viability

From Regional Winner to Grand Finale:

  • Preparing for the $1M investment prize competition in San Francisco
  • Lessons learned from competing against global startup talent
  • How winning the regional competition has accelerated business development

Founder Insights:

  • Assembling a team that combines technical expertise with healthcare credibility
  • Raising capital in the competitive digital health space
  • Converting pilot programs into revenue-generating partnerships

WHY ATTEND

For Early-Stage Founders:

  • Learn from a founder who successfully navigated the startup competition circuit
  • Understand what investors and judges look for in winning pitches ๐Ÿ‘ˆ
  • Get practical advice on building partnerships in regulated industries

For Startup Stakeholders:

  • Gain insights into the digital health market opportunity
  • Network with other founders and ecosystem players
  • Connect with a founder on the cusp of scaling globally

For Everyone:

  • Hear firsthand about the Startup World Cup experience
  • Learn about building IP-protected, clinically validated technology
  • Get inspired by a journey from concept to $1M grand finale competition

What to Expect:
The evening will feature an intimate fireside chat format, allowing for deep-dive discussions and audience Q&A. Nyamitse-Calvin will share both successes and challenges, offering honest insights about the realities of building a healthcare technology startup.

Following the presentation, enjoy networking opportunities with fellow founders, potential collaborators, and startup ecosystem stakeholders.

Looking Ahead
As Nyamitse-Calvin prepares for the Startup World Cup Grand Finale in San Francisco this October, this event offers a unique opportunity to learn from a founder in the midst of scaling his company on a global stage.

This event is designed for founders, entrepreneurs, investors, and startup ecosystem stakeholders interested in learning from successful founder experiences and building meaningful connections within the community.

Complete your RSVP here: https://www.startupgrind.com/events/details/startup-grind-new-york-city-presents-how-to-win-a-1m-pitch-competition-startup-grind-feat-nyamitse-calvin-mahinda/

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