The Pitch by Deel: A Global Stage for Founders Ready to Scale

At CX Everywhere, we often talk about experience as a growth multiplier. But before customer experience can compound, startups need access to capital, visibility, and the right networks.

That is where The Pitch by Deel becomes interesting.

It is a global startup tournament designed to reward ambitious founders with meaningful investment and international exposure. And it starts with a simple two minute pitch.

If you are building a seed stage startup with a minimum viable product, this could materially change your trajectory.

What Is The Pitch?

The Pitch by Deel is a global competition where startups compete locally and advance to a global finale. It is structured to identify high potential founders and give them both funding and platform.

Up to 100 regional winners receive a $50,000 SAFE investment. From that group, up to 10 global champions win a $1,000,000 SAFE investment. Global winners also retain their regional award, meaning they receive both allocations.

All investments are made through a SAFE agreement, and funding is issued within six months of the grand finale.

The real differentiator, however, is not just the capital. It is the exposure. Finalists gain access to Deel’s network of investors, mentors, and industry leaders, along with meaningful media visibility that can accelerate fundraising and partnerships.

How It Works

The process is intentionally straightforward. The application takes around five minutes and focuses only on essential information about your product, market, team, traction, and scalability. There are no application fees or hidden costs. The competition is completely free to enter.

If selected, founders pitch live at regional finals hosted across major global hubs including Tel Aviv, Dubai, Paris, Berlin, London, Singapore, and New York. These events take place between March and May 2026. All stages require in person participation, and presentations must be delivered in English.

Regional winners receive:

• $50,000 SAFE investment
• Travel and accommodation for the global finale
• Additional partner and sponsor perks

From there, finalists advance to the global stage. At the grand finale, up to 10 startups are selected as global champions.

Grand finale winners receive:

• $1,000,000 SAFE investment
• Networking and promotional opportunities
• All regional level prizes and benefits

It is a structured pathway from local validation to global recognition.

Why This Matters for Experience Led Startups

At CX Everywhere, we see a consistent pattern among high performing startups. They do not just build products. They build clarity. They articulate customer problems precisely, demonstrate traction with discipline, and communicate value without noise.

A two minute pitch forces that clarity.

You cannot hide behind complexity in two minutes. You must clearly define the customer, the problem, the solution, and the path to scale. That discipline mirrors what strong customer experience leadership demands. Focus, relevance, and proof.

The Pitch evaluates startups based on product strength, market opportunity, team capability, traction, and scalability potential. Applications are reviewed by human experts to ensure fair and comprehensive assessment. If you advance, you will be notified with next steps.

Even for companies that do not reach the final round, every applicant gains access to Deel’s startup perks marketplace and its global founder community. That ecosystem can be strategically valuable, especially for companies navigating international hiring, compliance, and expansion.

A Strategic Opportunity for 2026

Many founders spend months seeking investor introductions or visibility opportunities that can compress their growth timeline. The Pitch offers both in a structured, merit based format.

If you are at the pre seed or seed stage, have an MVP, and are ready to scale, this is worth serious consideration.

One pitch can change a startup’s trajectory.

Apply here: https://form.typeform.com/to/fhxqKbPD