December 2026 Pitch Competition

Ledge Light Launch

Have a business idea or looking to grow? Ledge Light Launch gives entrepreneurs the opportunity to pitch their ideas, compete for funding, and connect with regional business leaders. Startups are welcome!

6
Finalists
Selected to Compete
6
Minutes
to Present Your Pitch

About the Competition

Six finalists will be selected to present their business or idea to a panel of judges and a live audience for a chance to win funding. Each finalist will have six minutes to pitch.

The Opportunity

Pitch Your Business or Idea

Present your business or startup idea for a chance to receive funding and gain exposure.

No revenue or established business required.

Important Dates

Applications Close

Monday, November 23

Application deadline.

Finalists Notified

Tuesday, November 24

Six finalists will be notified.

Mandatory Practice

Thursday, December 3

4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

seCTer Office 19B Thames Street Groton, CT 06340

Final Pitch Competition

Thursday, December 10

6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Survival Systems USA 144 Tower Avenue Groton, CT 06340

Who Can Apply?

Open to aspiring entrepreneurs, startups, and existing businesses in the region.

Startups welcome. You do not need an established business.
No minimum revenue. Businesses at any stage may apply.
No incorporation required. You may apply with a business idea.
Regional focus. Your business must operate or plan to operate in our service region.

Eligible Counties

Businesses must be located in, or plan to establish operations in:

Middlesex County New London County Windham County

Ready to Apply?

Whether you have a new business idea or an existing business, we’d love to hear your pitch.

Apply for Ledge Light Launch → Applications close Monday, November 23, 2026.

Questions?

For questions about eligibility, applications, or the competition, please contact:

Kaitlin Ferrero Economic Development Specialist | seCTer [email protected]