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SUMMARY:Presenting: Storit – Smarter Storage\, Less Food Waste
DESCRIPTION:Preservation Systems Inc. DBA: Storit (http://storitfresh.com) – Founder Chrissy Ford presenting\, is reinventing food storage to reduce spoilage in the last mile of the supply chain. \nPreservation Systems Inc. is developing advanced hardware solutions that extend shelf life and reduce waste for perishable foods during transportation and storage. By targeting the last mile of the food supply chain\, their systems aim to preserve freshness\, cut losses\, and increase operational efficiency for food retailers and distributors. The innovation centers on smart preservation technology that fits into existing workflows without disrupting logistics or increasing labor requirements. \nOur target market is food retailers and distributors in the US who need reliable\, low-maintenance solutions to reduce food spoilage & are willing to pay for technology that cuts losses and improves margins. \nOur competition is traditional refrigeration units\, dry ice packaging\, and passive insulated containers. Our competitive advantage is our proprietary hardware that offers longer preservation periods\, plug-and-play usability\, and greater sustainability with lower energy consumption. \nThe total market size in 2024 for cold chain logistics and food preservation tech is estimated at $80B\, with an expected annual revenue opportunity in the U.S. of $1.5B. \nTop 3 challenges: \n\nManaging hardware development timelines\nFundraising from a small and niche pool of investors\nImproving confidence and clarity in investor presentations\n\nOur Pitch Boulder ask: How can I better communicate the value of our hardware innovation to non-technical investors\, refine my presentation for maximum clarity\, and identify the right funding pathways for early-stage hardware ventures?
URL:https://pitchboulder.co/event/presenting-storit-smarter-storage-less-food-waste/
LOCATION:Galvanize Boulder\, 1023 Walnut St.\, Boulder\, CO\, 80302\, US
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SUMMARY:Presenting: Leyden Space - Propellantless Electromagnetic Propulsion
DESCRIPTION:Leyden Space (http://leydenspace.org) – Founder Ashle Jantzen presenting\, is developing next-generation satellite propulsion systems that enable longer missions and safer spacecraft operation. \nLeyden Space is building propellant-less satellite propulsion that enables real-time attitude adjustment for collision avoidance and long-term mission extension. This technology uses plasma propulsion principles to offer continuous\, frictionless movement in space\, reducing the risk of orbital debris and increasing operational lifespan. Unlike traditional propulsion methods\, our system is scalable\, lightweight\, and eliminates dependency on onboard fuel reserves\, making it ideal for commercial and government space missions focused on long-term orbital presence and safety. \nOur target market is commercial satellite operators and space agencies in the US who need cost-effective\, long-duration orbital control solutions & are willing to pay for increased mission life and safety assurance. \nOur competition is traditional chemical thrusters\, cold gas propulsion\, and electrospray thrusters. Our competitive advantage is propellant-less\, fuel-free maneuvering that reduces launch mass\, extends operational lifespan\, and enhances collision avoidance. \nThe total market size in 2024 for satellite propulsion systems is estimated at $8.4B\, with a projected annual revenue opportunity of $1.2B for long-duration orbital control technologies. \nTop 3 challenges: \n\nProving minimum viable product viability within 6 years\nRaising funding for R&D and early pilots\nBuilding stronger connections within the aerospace investment ecosystem\n\nOur Pitch Boulder ask: We’re looking for feedback on our business model\, investment pitch\, and GTM clarity. What red flags would stop an early-stage investor? Are there better ways to communicate this vision to angels and strategic aerospace partners?
URL:https://pitchboulder.co/event/presenting-leyden-space-propellantless-electromagnetic-propulsion/
LOCATION:Galvanize Boulder\, 1023 Walnut St.\, Boulder\, CO\, 80302\, US
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SUMMARY:Presenting: Motor Carbon - Fueling Industry Without the Toxins
DESCRIPTION:Motor Carbon (https://motorcarbon.com/) – Executive Marshall Lee presenting\, is a sustainable carbon materials company transforming petroleum waste into high-performance industrial carbon. \nIndustries like aluminum\, steel\, and batteries rely on toxic\, imported coal tar pitch. Our solution: PetPitch™\, a domestically produced alternative made from petroleum byproducts that delivers equal or better performance at lower cost. PetPitch eliminates carcinogenic exposure and foreign dependence while improving material efficiency for critical industries. \nOur target market is industrial manufacturers in the US who need a safe\, consistent\, and affordable binding agent for aluminum smelting\, steel recycling\, and battery production & are willing to pay for performance-proven\, American-made materials. \nOur competition is Rain Carbon\, Rütgers Group\, and Koppers Inc. Our competitive advantage is a clean\, domestic feedstock that replaces carcinogenic coal tar pitch with a lower-cost\, higher-performance alternative sourced from U.S. petroleum waste. \nThe total market size in 2025 is approximately $2.3B and the total market revenue in 2025 is $2.3B. \nTop 3 challenges: \n\nReaching the right investors for scale-up\nFinding experienced advisors in the petroleum and carbon sectors\nBuilding contacts in the U.S. aluminum and steel industries\n\nOur Pitch Boulder ask: Guidance on refining our investor ask and pitch messaging for scaling PetPitch™ to commercial manufacturing.
URL:https://pitchboulder.co/event/presenting-motor-carbon-fueling-industry-without-the-toxins/
LOCATION:Galvanize Boulder\, 1023 Walnut St.\, Boulder\, CO\, 80302\, US
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SUMMARY:Happy Thanksgiving!
DESCRIPTION:No event this week. Holiday break 11/20/2025-1/7/2026.
URL:https://pitchboulder.co/event/happy-thanksgiving/
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