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Pitch Demo Day with Jesse Draper
In this live virtual Pitch Demo Day, selected founders from The 10th House will pitch Jesse Draper, Founding Partner of Halogen Ventures.
Date
Tuesday, September 9, 2025, 1:30 PM PDT
URL
Register NowCLICK HERE TO RSVP/APPLY *REQUIRED TO ATTEND
Get Real-Time Feedback from a Top Early-Stage Investor
Whether you’re gearing up for your first round of funding, preparing to meet with a sponsor, or want to sharpen your story for future opportunities, this is your chance to get direct, no-fluff feedback from one of the most respected names in early-stage investing.
In this live virtual Pitch Demo Day, selected founders from The 10th House will pitch Jesse Draper, Founding Partner of Halogen Ventures. Each founder will have 3 minutes to present, followed by constructive feedback focused on clarity, strength of the opportunity, and areas for refinement.
Jesse invests in:
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Early-stage (Seed, Series A) consumer and B2B tech
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The future of family—products and platforms that support modern families' financial, physical, and emotional wellbeing
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Economic development and innovation in and around Alabama
With over 70 investments including The Skimm, ThirdLove, and Eloquii, Jesse brings a sharp eye and clear perspective on what makes a startup worth betting on. As a fourth-generation VC and outspoken advocate for women in tech, she’s known for cutting through the noise and championing founders who think big and deliver.
Even if you’re not pitching, you’ll walk away with:
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A better understanding of how investors think
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Tactical advice on storytelling, positioning, and clarity
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Insight into what makes a compelling pitch in today’s market
Apply to pitch—or attend as an observer and learn what makes a founder stand out.
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