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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:

• ​Early-stage (Seed, Series A) consumer and B2B tech

• ​The future of family—products and platforms that support modern families' financial, physical, and emotional wellbeing

• ​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:

• ​A better understanding of how investors think

• ​Tactical advice on storytelling, positioning, and clarity

• ​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.