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BusinessZone.co.uk, UKBF's sister website, recently ran The Pitch, a new competition at the Bristol Design Festival allowing entrepreneurs to present their business, invention or idea to a panel of experts. It was a hugely successful event and we are today pleased to announce we have published video footage of the contest. Featuring expert advice from our 'dragons' the videos provide valuable guidance on how to pitch to investors. View the videos below:
Douglas Campbell, Project Hold Me
University of the West of England design graduate Douglas Campbell has formulated a unique and innovative egg-shaped incubator aimed at nurturing the bond between mothers and their newborn babies during their stay in hospital.
Edward Ross, Tonsho.com
Edward Ross' Tonsho.com deals with the problem of sending large emails. Unlike other services where files have to be uploaded to special websites or software has to be downloaded, Tonsho users send files as normal messages.
Iain Hockings, Friends Of The Game
Focusing on encouraging more children to watch professional football matches, Iain Hockings has designed a satchel which doubles as a booster seat. Once inflated, the product gives kids an uninterrupted view of the action.
Katcha Bilek, re-Collect
re-Collect, run by entrepreneur Katcha Bilek, produces fashion accessories made out of recycled materials. Using everyday items such as old car tyres, Bilek has developed a unique range of handbags, belts and furniture.
Nicki Stewart, Diverse Hampers
The products sold by Nicki Stewart's Diverse Hampers offer a fresh alternative to the traditional wicker basket filled with cheeses and ham. The company provides a collection of striking gifts containing products from small producers around the UK.
Scott Abbott, Armadillo Chair
Scott Abbott's Armadillo Chair is a piece of portable furniture aimed at young, affluent professionals who relocate on a regular basis. The chair expands to create a cocooned micro-environment allowing 'comfort moments' such as having a cup of tea or listening to music.
Peter Martin, RE:tie
RE:tie, dreamt up by inventor Peter Martin, is an eco-packaging idea to evolve the security closure design on bottles and jar caps into a reusable cable tie. The product is suitable for many uses around the home and garden.
The judges' final discussion
After watching pitches by the seven shortlisted entrepreneurs, the judges - Jonny Allatt, Ben Heald, Modwenna Rees-Mogg and Samantha Fountain - discuss the overall standard and who should be the winner.
Douglas Campbell, Project Hold Me
University of the West of England design graduate Douglas Campbell has formulated a unique and innovative egg-shaped incubator aimed at nurturing the bond between mothers and their newborn babies during their stay in hospital.
Edward Ross, Tonsho.com
Edward Ross' Tonsho.com deals with the problem of sending large emails. Unlike other services where files have to be uploaded to special websites or software has to be downloaded, Tonsho users send files as normal messages.
Iain Hockings, Friends Of The Game
Focusing on encouraging more children to watch professional football matches, Iain Hockings has designed a satchel which doubles as a booster seat. Once inflated, the product gives kids an uninterrupted view of the action.
Katcha Bilek, re-Collect
re-Collect, run by entrepreneur Katcha Bilek, produces fashion accessories made out of recycled materials. Using everyday items such as old car tyres, Bilek has developed a unique range of handbags, belts and furniture.
Nicki Stewart, Diverse Hampers
The products sold by Nicki Stewart's Diverse Hampers offer a fresh alternative to the traditional wicker basket filled with cheeses and ham. The company provides a collection of striking gifts containing products from small producers around the UK.
Scott Abbott, Armadillo Chair
Scott Abbott's Armadillo Chair is a piece of portable furniture aimed at young, affluent professionals who relocate on a regular basis. The chair expands to create a cocooned micro-environment allowing 'comfort moments' such as having a cup of tea or listening to music.
Peter Martin, RE:tie
RE:tie, dreamt up by inventor Peter Martin, is an eco-packaging idea to evolve the security closure design on bottles and jar caps into a reusable cable tie. The product is suitable for many uses around the home and garden.
The judges' final discussion
After watching pitches by the seven shortlisted entrepreneurs, the judges - Jonny Allatt, Ben Heald, Modwenna Rees-Mogg and Samantha Fountain - discuss the overall standard and who should be the winner.
