Singles Meetup and Pitch-a-Friend :: Friend-Powered Matchmixing Mixer!

🎤 Pitch‑A‑Friend: Friend‑Powered Matchmaking Mixer!

“Your Friend Pitches, You Spark!”

Swap swipes for real talks and bring your best friend to pitch their awesome single in front of a crowd - just like Shark Tank, but for hearts. 💖

✅ AUDIENCE INVITE
Whether you're pitching a pal or flying solo, come for the energy:

• Enjoy feel‑good, uplifting pitches
• Play light‑hearted games
• Mingle in a friendly, inclusive crowd (yes, LGBTQ+ welcome!)

🧀 EVENT FORMAT (3 hours total)

1. Pitch Showcases ( 2 hours)

• 12–15 presentations, each 5 minutes to shine.
• Short 2–3 minute on-stage interaction with the person being pitched—feel the energy!

2. Single Mingle ( last hour)

• Connect face-to-face with pitched singles—or others you vibe with.
• Look for green labels (open to chats) and respect red labels (need space).

✨ WHY YOU SHOULD BE THERE

• Skip the ghosting: real conversations > endless swiping.
• Instant stories & laughter: your friend gets the spotlight, you get to be the wing‑person champion.
• Designed for real connection: fun icebreakers, BBQ-style atmosphere, and no pressure vibes.

📝 REQUEST A PITCH SPOT

• Fill out our online form to reserve one of the 12 coveted pitch slots. Book your slot: https://forms.gle/48oENjYXSaMq6BJE8
• Submissions close July 24—send slides to **fmffgroup@gmail.com**
• Prepare a 3–5 minute, positive, and creative slideshow—no roasts, just heartfelt hype
• Include pronouns, age, what they’re looking for, and wrap with a final slide showing their best photo + contact info. That slide loops during the mingling hour pitch-a-friend.com.

📧 SUBMISSION DETAILS

• Deadline: July 24
• Send slides to **fmffgroup@gmail.com**
• First 12 accepted. No latecomers!
• Do not use any audio for your slides.

📜 CODE OF CONDUCT
Let’s keep it respectful, consensual, and inclusive. Review the full guidelines here: https://www.pitch-a-friend.com/

Ready to hype your best friend—or find your next spark?
Pitch‑A‑Friend is three hours of laughter, uplifting friendship, and real-world chemistry. Come champion, cuddle, and connect—with someone awesome. 🚀

Sample format for presentation

🎬 Slide 1: Cover / Intro

• Friend’s name, age, pronouns, and hometown
• One catchy tagline: “Meet Sarah: Adventure-Loving Foodie & Pun Champion”
• Keep it fun and visual!

📌 Slide 2: Quick Identity Snapshot

• Profession, major interests/hobbies
• A clean, bullet-point snapshot.
• Example:
• 🧭 Loves hiking, traveling, trying new cuisines
• 🎨 Amateur painter & pun enthusiast
• 🐶 Dog lover & weekend pup-sitter

🌟 Slide 3: What Makes Them a Catch

• List 3–4 standout traits with one-liner anecdotes
• “Empathetic listener who’s been volunteer mentor for 3 yrs.”
• “Can whip up a killer ramen from scratch—instant mood-lifter!”
• “Expert at cheering friends up—once choreographed a surprise flash‑mob party.”

😄 Slide 4: Fun Facts & Ice-Breakers

• Unexpected tidbits to spark a smile:
• “Has met 5 Tom’s—Tom Cruise included (photo? maybe…)”
• “Secret tattoo of a pineapple—because why not?”
• “Once tried stand-up comedy—would love a partner-in-crime.”

💌 Slide 5: What They’re Looking For

• Personality + lifestyle bullet points:
• Looking for someone adventurous, empathetic, with goofy humor
• Enjoys weekend brunches, travel, meaningful conversation
• Red flags and why you should stay away from my friend:
• You talk about sports all-day
• You do not like pets

📸 Slide 6: Best Photo + Contact

• High-quality photo + Instagram/phone contact
• Mention this slide will stay up during mingling (per official rules)