Silicon Valley AI Pitch Competition

Pitch your AI idea.
Win up to $25,000 to build it.

Bring a business problem AI could solve and pitch it live to Cloudtech’s
founders. The winner gets up to $25,000 in AWS-backed funding to have
Cloudtech build it.

Thursday, November 12, 2026

12:30 to 3:45 PM PT

Cupertino City Hall

No tech skills or slides needed to apply.

HOSTED BY
Cloudtech × NorCal SBDC

Apply in 2 minutes

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Why pitch - section preview

A good idea deserves a next step

Win or not, you come out ahead.

Applying takes 2 minutes and costs nothing. Here’s what it can get you.

  • Up to $25,000 to build it.

    The winner gets AWS-backed proof-of-concept funding for Cloudtech to scope, build and test the solution with you.

  • A next step, even if you’re not picked.

    Every applicant can book a free scoping call with Cloudtech. Qualifying businesses may also get proof-of-concept support.

  • Feedback from people who build this daily.

    Finalists pitch to Cloudtech’s founders, who build AI for small businesses every day.

  • No tech skills needed.

    You bring the business problem. Cloudtech’s engineers handle the build.

Proof-of-concept funding is AWS-backed partner funding applied to services and implementation support. It is not cash, and it is subject to AWS program eligibility and approval.

Who can apply - section preview

Built for local businesses, not tech teams

You can apply if you have:

  • A small business in Silicon Valley
  • A real business problem AI could help solve
  • A live website, or a business plan approved by an SBDC advisor

Any cloud platform, or none at all. You don’t need to use AWS today.

Not sure what to pitch? Start here.

  • An AI receptionist that answers calls after hours
  • An assistant that drafts replies to customer emails
  • Automatic data entry from invoices and forms
  • A website chat agent that answers questions 24/7
Got an idea? Apply in 2 minutes ↑

Meet your next step, in person

Thursday, November 12
at Cupertino City Hall

10300 Torre Ave, Cupertino, CA 95014 · Free · Lunch included

  • 12:30 PM Check-in and lunch
  • 1:00 PM Ten finalists pitch live
  • 2:40 PM Winner announced, then networking and live AI demos
  • 3:45 PM Event ends

Cupertino
City Hall

10300 Torre Avenue
Cupertino, CA 95014

NOV 12, 2026 · 12:30–3:45 PM PT

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Judges

  • Kamran Adil CEO, Cloudtech
  • Bharat Bhate Co-Founder, Cloudtech

Speakers

  • CEO, Inwamba Name to be announced
  • Partner, Quartus Capital Name to be announced

More from NorCal SBDC, to be announced

Cloudtech is an AWS Advanced Tier Services Partner and AWS SMB Competency Partner.

Not pitching? Come watch.

See ten local businesses pitch real AI ideas, meet the judges and see live AI demos. Free, with lunch.

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A simple plan

From application to build in four steps

01
Apply in 2 minutes.
By Friday, October 30.

No slides. No technical know-how.

02
Ten finalists are announced.
Week of November 2.

Pitch details and judging criteria arrive by

03
Pitch live in Cupertino.
Thursday, November 12.

The winner is announced on the day.

04
Start building with Cloudtech.
From November 19.

Bring the problem. We handle the build.

Generative AI, answered.

Is there a fee to apply, pitch or attend the Silicon Valley AI Pitch Competition?

No. Applying, pitching and attending are free. Lunch is also included.

What does the winner receive, and how can the funding be used?

The winner receives up to $25,000 in AWS-backed proof-of-concept funding to scope, build and test an AI solution on AWS with Cloudtech. The funding covers services and implementation support, rather than a cash payment, and is subject to AWS program eligibility and approval.

Do I need technical skills or AI experience to participate?

No technical background is required. Bring a business problem and an idea for how AI could help. Cloudtech’s engineers handle the technology and development.

What support is available if I am not selected as a finalist?

You can still book a free scoping call with Cloudtech to explore your AI idea. Qualifying businesses may also receive proof-of-concept support.

Will I retain ownership of my idea after applying?

Yes. Applying does not transfer ownership of your idea or any rights to your business.

How can I contact the organisers about the competition?

Email connect@cloudtech.com with questions about applying, pitching or attending.

Ten spots on stage.
One of them could be yours.

Apply in 2 minutes. The winner gets up to $25,000 in AWS-backed funding to have Cloudtech build their AI idea.