THE PITCH ROOM Live. Interactive. Built for Founders. #LATechWeek

Tuesday, Oct 13

6:30pm – 8:30pm

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You don't need a better idea. You need a stronger delivery. Most founders lose the room in the first 60 seconds. Not because the idea is weak, but because under pressure, voice and body language start working against them. The Pitch Room is an experiential workshop for founders who want to discover what their body language is signaling and learn to pitch with more clarity and influence. Expect an evening of live practice, real feedback, and connection with a small, curated group. Led by Dr. Sumeyra Ozturk, executive communication coach and founder of Speech & Mind, this workshop uses the psychology of persuasion to teach the signals that build credibility and make investors lean in. You'll learn techniques Dr. Ozturk teaches leaders at companies including Google, Apple, and Meta, adapted specifically for founders navigating high-stakes pitches. Run of Show 6:30 – 6:45 PM | Arrival and check-in 6:45 – 7:45 PM | Interactive workshop 7:45 – 8:30 PM | Open networking and pitch practice What to Expect ✦ A curated, growth-minded group of founders ✦ Practical tools you can use immediately ✦ A research-backed mini guide to take home ✦ Optional pitch practice with feedback from Dr. Ozturk Built for founders done leaving rooms wondering what went wrong. 📸 Photos and videos may be taken during the event for promotional purposes. By attending, you consent to being photographed or filmed. About the Host | Dr. Sumeyra Ozturk helps executives and founders communicate with clarity and authority under pressure. She holds a PhD in Psychology specializing in nonverbal communication and completed executive coaching training at Harvard. Her science-based approach translates the latest research into practical tools founders can use in high-stakes moments. 📅 Have an important pitch or conversation coming up? Let's make sure your message lands. Book a free 1:1 consultation: speechandmind.com This event is a part of #LATechWeek—a week of events hosted by VCs and startups to bring together the tech ecosystem. Learn more at www.tech-week.com.