Open Mic Pitching and Networking
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Where Big Ideas Meet Bold Energy
London’s most electric founder night is back — and if you’ve been, you already know the vibe.
Rare Founders is hosting a special Open Mic Pitching & Networking Night straight after The Business Show — one of the UK’s largest free events for entrepreneurs, investors, and business leaders, happening on 12–13 November.
Our very own Vasily will be speaking on stage on the 12th, and what better way to round off the day than bringing everyone together for a drink, some real talk, and a few unforgettable pitches?
Whether you’ve been exploring The Business Show all day or you’re just joining us for the evening, this is your chance to connect, unwind, and meet new global friends in the UK startup community.
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💡 Register for your free Business Show tickets through our partnered link click here, and make sure to stick around for the Rare Founders Open Mic — trust us, you won’t want to miss it.
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Here’s how it works:
🎯 Every 20–30 minutes, 5–6 founders are randomly picked to pitch their startup in 1 minute. 💦 Go over the time limit? Our water guns are ready. (Yes, seriously.) 🤝 In between, the room lights up with conversations, deals, and serendipitous connections.
This isn’t a stiff, suit-and-tie kind of night. This is raw, real, and ridiculously fun, a space where ideas take flight, and founders find their tribe.
The venue is the hottest spot to be after The Business Show — while we’ll have our own private space for the Open Mic, you’ll also be able to roam the bar and mingle with over 700 other guests between sessions.
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Agenda
17:30 - 18:30: Arrival
18:30: Welcome Speech
18:40- 18:55: Pitching Session 1
18:55 - 19:25: Networking
19:25 - 19:45: Pitching Session 2
19:45 - 20:15: Networking
20:15 - 20:30: Pitching Session 3
20:30 - 21:00: Networking
21:00 - 21:15: Pitching Session 4
21:15 - 22:00: Networking
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By joining the event, you’re allowing us to capture and share some of the great moments! Photos and videos taken may be used later to showcase our community and for marketing, helping us make future events even better.
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## What to sponsor the event and get exposure with hundreds of businesses? Please email [fraya@rarefounders.com](http://mailto:fraya@rarefounders.com/)
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## A Huge Thanks to our Sponsors & Partners!
## Sponsor
**Sprinto** is the compliance automation platform built to keep fast-growing startups secure, audit-ready, and ahead of the curve. From SOC 2 to ISO 27001, Sprinto makes meeting global security standards effortless—so founders can focus on scaling, not stressing over paperwork. Trusted by hundreds of modern companies, Sprinto turns compliance into a growth advantage.
## Safety Partner
**Safespace Plus **will help foster an environment of safety and empowerment with our Code of Conduct & incident reporting system, giving our attendees a secure platform to voice any concerns and ensuring that everyone feels heard and valued.
## Venue Partner
**The Fox** is the ultimate Shoreditch hotspot for big ideas and bold conversations. With its vibrant three-storey space, stylish interiors, and buzzing atmosphere, it sets the perfect stage for founders and investors to connect. Whether you’re pitching, networking, or just soaking in the energy, The Fox brings the perfect mix of charm and edge to every event.