# Event Details - **Event Name**: Project 2.8 Pitch Night : Showcasing Female Founders at Columbia - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 19 Nov, 2025 at 06:00 pm – Wed, 19 Nov, 2025 at 09:00 pm - **Event Description**: Project 2.8 Pitch Night: Showcasing Columbia’s female founders and their ventures through pitches, networking, and meaningful connections.About this EventProject 2.8 Pitch Night at Brown RudnickAn Accelerator. A Network. A Community.Join us on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, for an evening that celebrates innovation, entrepreneurship, and equity in venture capital. Hosted by Project 2.8, in partnership with Brown Rudnick LLP and Columbia Venture Community, this event will spotlight Columbia University’s exceptional women founders as they take the stage to pitch their startups to a panel of investors and industry leaders.This exclusive gathering will bring together founders, VCs, mentors, and startup ecosystem partners for a night of inspiration, opportunity, and collaboration in the heart of New York City.? Event Schedule6:00 – 6:30 PM: Check-in & Networking ReceptionMingle with founders, investors, and guests over cocktails and small bites.6:30 – 8:15 PM: Live Startup PitchesTen Columbia women founders present their ventures to a panel of investors.8:15 – 8:45 PM: Judge Feedback & RecognitionHear insights from investors and celebrate standout ventures.8:45 – 9:00 PM: Closing Remarks & NetworkingRaise a toast to women in venture, exchange ideas, and connect with the Project 2.8 community.? Why Attend?Connect with founders, investors, and mentors driving innovation across industries.Hear pitches from Columbia’s top women entrepreneurs.Discover opportunities to invest, collaborate, and mentor.Celebrate the growing impact of women in venture capital.Host:? About Project 2.8An Accelerator. A Network. A Community.Founded through Columbia Venture Community in 2020, Project 2.8 is a startup accelerator serving early-stage, pre-seed, women-led startups founded by current students and alumnae of Columbia University. Our mission is to ensure women founders have equal access to venture capital and the same opportunities as their male counterparts.Since its inception, Project 2.8 has supported over 30 startups through its accelerator, providing a curriculum that includes mentorship, investor connections, and expert-led workshops. With the continued support of Columbia Venture Community, we are building a powerful network and sustainable community for women founders.To learn more about our program, our founders, and how you can get involved, visit us at www.projecttwoeight.com.​Our Partners:?️ About Brown RudnickBrown Rudnick is a leading international law firm that provides exceptional, client-driven service in global litigation, crisis management (restructuring, investigations, and special situations), brand and reputation management, life sciences, and technology. We advise on high-profile cross-border matters while providing the kind of personal attention to clients that is typically found at boutiques. Our enterprising and tenacious lawyers serve our clients around the globe from offices in key financial centers in the U.S. and the U.K., and have been recognized by, among others, Chambers USA, Legal 500, Benchmark Litigation, and Law360 for excellence in their fields.To learn more about Brown Rudnick’s Emerging Growth Companies & Venture Capital group, please visit Brown Rudnick’s website.?About Columbia Venture Community (CVC)Founded in 2006, Columbia Venture Community (CVC) is one of the largest and most inclusive entrepreneurship-focused networks in the Columbia ecosystem, with nearly 6,000 members across 50+ countries. Open to all Columbia University students, alumni, and staff regardless of school affiliation, CVC supports aspiring and established entrepreneurs through vibrant programming, access to resources, and a strong sense of community.From startup pitch nights and incubation seminars to networking events and panel discussions in major cities like NYC, SF, London, and Seoul, CVC fosters cross-disciplinary collaboration and innovation. With 450+ events and 120+ startup pitches hosted since its founding, CVC is a key driver of venture development across the Columbia community.Learn more at columbiaventurecommunity.comAgendaGuest Arrival & NetworkingOpening RemarksStartup Pitches BeginJudge Feedback & RecognitionClosing & Reception - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/new-york/project-28-pitch-night-showcasing-female-founders-at-columbia/100001873608717109 - **Event Categories**: business, workshops, it - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 39.19, max: 49.87, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: New York - **state**: NY - **country**: United States - **location**: Brown Rudnick LLP - **lat**: 40.7555149 - **long**: -73.986718 - **full address**: Brown Rudnick LLP, 7 Times Square, New York, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Project 2.8 Pitch Night : Showcasing Female Founders at Columbia - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/706e22ec62a166ea0e7ea53da7775f9023d85ff966ad1d0eeb1957ac77b72e40-rimg-w1200-h600-dc161b16-gmir.jpg?v=1761701348 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Project 2.8 Pitch Night : Showcasing Female Founders at Columbia being held? - **A:** Project 2.8 Pitch Night : Showcasing Female Founders at Columbia takes place on Wed, 19 Nov, 2025 at 06:00 pm to Wed, 19 Nov, 2025 at 09:00 pm at Brown Rudnick LLP, 7 Times Square, New York, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Project 2.8 Pitch Night : Showcasing Female Founders at Columbia? - **A:** Ticket prices for Project 2.8 Pitch Night : Showcasing Female Founders at Columbia range from USD 39 to USD 50 depending on the ticket type. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityEarly Bird General admissionUSD 39 + USD 4 feeAvailableGeneral AdmissionUSD 50 + USD 5 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing Project 2.8 Pitch Night : Showcasing Female Founders at Columbia? - **A:** Project 2.8 Pitch Night : Showcasing Female Founders at Columbia is organized by Project 2.8 - CVC's Premiere Accelerator. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Project 2.8 Pitch Night : Showcasing Female Founders at Columbia is ideal for learners, working professionals, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in New York, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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