TRAILBLAZERS: Women Innovators Pitch Competition!

Date: August 20, 2026 from 5:00 - 8:00 PM PT

Location: UCI Beall Applied Innovation @ the Cove

Formally known as Minority Women Lead Pitch Competition, TRAILBLAZERS: Women Innovators Pitch Competition is hosted by the California Asian Pacific Chamber of Commerce and National ACE. This event is all about creating space for the next generation of visionary women. Top innovative entrepreneurs that will be recognized and rewarded in our nationwide pitch competition!

Are you a bold, visionary woman entrepreneur ready to take your idea to the next level? We are now accepting applications through June 1, 2026! Selected entrepreneurs will pitch their business LIVE in front of investors and corporate leaders in Irvine, CA.

Business applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Is independently owned and operated; not a franchise location

• Is a for-profit organization that is registered to conduct business in the United States

• Is a legal resident of the 50 United States or D.C. (Void in Puerto Rico, Guam, and where prohibited by law)

• Has been operating for one or more years

• Has reached the minimum age of 18 years old or older

• Must be able to travel to Irvine, CA for the pitch event

Learn more and apply today!

Applications open: April 29 at 12:00 PM PT / 3:00 PM ET.

Application close: June 1st at 11:59 PM PT / June 2nd at 2:59 AM ET