Pitch Black 2025

One night. One stage. One powerful showcase of Black brilliance. Join us at Portland Center Stage for an electrifying evening where founders take the mic, ideas turn into opportunities, and the crowd decides who takes home the prize. Don’t miss your chance to witness the future. Doors open at 5:00pm and things kick off at 6:00pm

The Pitch Black competition gives Black entrepreneurs a platform to connect with the broader startup ecosystem — while also awarding them with cash prizes to help their concepts flourish.

We are a proud partner of this year’s Pitch Black event.