Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch

13 Seasons • 2026

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch

Entrepreneurs have 60 seconds to pitch their business, product and/or idea in an elevator. If the investors like what they hear, the business owner is invited into the board room to discuss further and negotiate. Apply here to be on the next season.

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5-Minute Mentor

I Walked Away From Hustle Culture. Niching Down Changed My Business

Hustle had convinced me I was successful when, in reality, I had built a high-stress job with thin margins and no leverage. I wasn't running a business. I was trapped inside one.

Meet the Investors

Kim Perell

Serial Entrepreneur and CEO of 100.co
Dhani Jones

Former NFL Player and Serial Entrepreneur
Jonathan Hung

Managing Partner, Entrepreneur Ventures

Laura Chau

General Partner, Canaan Partners
Jon Bier

Founder, Jack Taylor PR

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Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch

I Walked Away From Hustle Culture. Niching Down Changed My Business

Hustle had convinced me I was successful when, in reality, I had built a high-stress job with thin margins and no leverage. I wasn't running a business. I was trapped inside one.

By Trevor Rappleye

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch

Season Two of ‘Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch’ Is on a Whole New Level

Entrepreneur's fast-paced pitch show returns on April 25.

By Lydia Belanger

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch Ep. 12: Glamping, Stress Relievers, Burgers and More!

Watch the season finale of Entrepreneur's fast-paced pitch show, then head to Indiegogo to support the next million-dollar idea.

By Lydia Belanger

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch Ep. 11: Find Your Niche

Stream the penultimate episode of the first season of Entrepreneur's pitch show, then support the contestant with the most promising idea on Indiegogo.

By Lydia Belanger

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch Ep. 10: ‘I Don’t Think We’re the Right Investors’

Entrepreneur contestants on our pitch show think their ideas are worth millions. Watch and see for yourself, and support them via Indiegogo if you agree.

By Lydia Belanger

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch Ep. 9: Simplifying Your Daily Routine

Watch this week's episode of Entrepreneur's pitch show, then you decide: Is one of these innovations the next million-dollar idea? Head to Indiegogo to support your favorite.

By Lydia Belanger

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch Ep. 8: Too Many Cooks in the Kitchen

Stream Entrepreneur's pitch show and watch contestants try to convince investors -- and an audience of potential Indiegogo crowdfunders -- that new takes on old products are worth supporting.

By Lydia Belanger

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch Ep. 7: More Secure Connections

On this week's episode of Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch, contestants present new ways to buy, sell and connect online -- and get around in the real world.

By Lydia Belanger

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch Ep. 6: Can a Saliva Test Tell You Whether He’s the One?

Contestants have 60 seconds to spit out a pitch for their product or business, and viewers can support their favorite ideas via Indiegogo.

By Lydia Belanger

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch Ep. 5: ‘People Suck at Judging Other People’

Watch this week's episode of Entrepreneur's pitch show, then you be the judge: Head to Indiegogo to support the most promising idea.

By Lydia Belanger

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch Ep. 4: The Fire Extinguisher and the Screwdriver of the 21st Century?

Inventors on Entrepreneur's pitch show think they've got the next million-dollar idea. Watch the episode and support them if you agree.

By Lydia Belanger

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch Ep. 3: Want a Job, a Baby or Some New Friends?

On our fast-paced pitch show, entrepreneurs seek investment from judges and crowdfunded support from viewers.

By Lydia Belanger

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch Ep. 2: ‘Has Anybody Not Seen That Product?’

Stream Entrepreneur's new pitch show and support the contestants on Indiegogo if their ideas catch your eye.

By Lydia Belanger

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch Ep. 1: Edible Selfies, Extreme Beer Pong and More!

Watch the first episode of our revolutionary new pitch show that lets you support the next million-dollar idea.

By Dan Bova

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch

Entrepreneur’s New Show ‘Elevator Pitch’ Will Floor You

Get ready for a new kind of pitch show that gets the audience in on the action, premiering September 20 on entrepreneur.com.

By Entrepreneur Media Corporate Communications

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch Season 2 Ep. 12: ‘That Is the Best Pitch I’ve Seen’

In the season finale, the investors have never been so impressed.

By Lydia Belanger

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch Season 2 Ep. 11: ‘You Don’t Need Us’

This week, our investors, including former football player Cameron Colvin, show that sound advice can be more valuable than money.

By Lydia Belanger

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch Season 2 Ep. 10: ‘We Are Going to Make Money on This Thing’

This week, our investors question if there is even a market for the contestants' entrepreneurial ideas.

By Lydia Belanger

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch Season 2 Ep. 9: ‘I Love Money’

This week, our high-profile investor judges get particular about what makes a company worth their time and funds.

By Lydia Belanger

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch Season 2 Ep. 8: Drop and Give Me Valuation

On this week's episode of Entrepreneur's pitch show, the panel gets critical about whether the products in front of them can withstand competition.

By Lydia Belanger

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch Season 2 Ep. 6: ‘It’s Not About the Man, It’s About the Market.’

On this episode of Entrepreneur's pitch show, judged by sports broadcaster Lindsay McCormick and other prominent investors, the panel has to make some tough calls.

By Lydia Belanger

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch Season 2 Ep. 5: ‘Sorry You Felt That Way’

On this episode of Entrepreneur's pitch show, judged by IndyCar race winner Danica Patrick and other prominent investors, discussions get heated.

By Lydia Belanger

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch Season 2 Ep. 4: Self-Made Self-Care

Entrepreneur's pitch show, judged by IndyCar race winner Danica Patrick and other prominent investors, provides forward-thinking tips for entrepreneurs just getting their start.

By Lydia Belanger

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch Season 2 Ep. 3: ‘Did He Just Abort His Own Mission?’

This week our investors and guest judge IndyCar race winner Danica Patrick find themselves conflicted about everything from health benefits to valuations.

By Lydia Belanger

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch Season 2 Ep. 2: The Power Is in the Percentage

Watch to find out how our investors and special guest Rashad Jennings react to these pitches.

By Lydia Belanger

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch Season 2 Ep. 1: Breaking the Cardinal Rule of Pitching

Entrepreneur's pitch show is back. Watch to see who makes it into the board room and who is sent home.

By Lydia Belanger

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch

I Walked Away From Hustle Culture. Niching Down Changed My Business

Hustle had convinced me I was successful when, in reality, I had built a high-stress job with thin margins and no leverage. I wasn't running a business. I was trapped inside one.

By Trevor Rappleye

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch Season 3 Episode 12: What Are You Going to Do With Our $400,000?

The judges hear some excellent pitches, but only manage to come to an agreement with one startup.

Latest Episode

Meet the Investors

Kim Perell

Dhani Jones

Jonathan Hung

Laura Chau

Jon Bier

All Episodes