Ready to Compete?

The Ultimate Pitch returns for 2025 — and we’re searching for Northern Ireland’s most ambitious entrepreneurs to take centre stage.

Whether you're just starting out or building momentum with a new business idea, this is your chance to show off your potential, stand out from the crowd and secure investment to bring your vision to life.

Here’s how it works:

Across all 11 council areas, local heats will spotlight the best and brightest — with £1,000 awarded to each local winner and a coveted place in the grand final.

Then, it all comes down to the final showdown:

11 finalists. One stage. One Ultimate Pitch.

The overall winner will take home £5,000, a year of incubation space, and mentoring support to propel their business forward.


Thank you to everyone who applied to take part in The Ultimate Pitch. Applications are now officially closed.

We appreciate the time, effort, and enthusiasm shown by all participants — best of luck to those moving forward!

Stay tuned for more updates.

Read the full Terms & Conditions here

Our awards this year include:

Go Succeed Ultimate Pitch Award – £5,000 + incubation space + mentoring
Go Succeed Rising Star Award – £1,500
Go Succeed Impact Award – £1,500
Go Succeed Inclusive Entrepreneurship Award – £1,500
Go Succeed People's Choice Award

With funding, expert support and big exposure on offer, The Ultimate Pitch is more than a competition — it’s a launchpad.

Applications open soon.

This is your moment. Step up, pitch, Go Succeed