PitchAbility Vista International Pitch Competition 2026 – Vista Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired

2026-09-25 · 09:00:00 · San Jose

Vista Center

101 North Bascom Ave, San Jose, California

PitchAbility: Vista International Pitch Competition brings together entrepreneurs, investors, industry leaders, and accessibility advocates to showcase groundbreaking accessible technologies and solutions for people who are blind or have low vision. The event features a Startup Showcase, Investor Forum, and Technology Expo.

Organizer: Vista Center

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At a glance

Format
Pitch competition, networking, and exhibit hall, with options to participate virtually or in person.
Attendance
30+ entrepreneurs from 8+ countries
Sectors
Healthtech

Agenda

  1. 09:00 – 12:00 · Morning Session: Pitch Competition — Morning Refreshments Provided
  2. 12:00 – 13:00 · Networking & Light Bites
  3. 13:00 – 16:00 · Afternoon Session: Exhibit Hall

Speakers, judges and hosts

  • Brandon Biggs — CEO, XR Navigation (Judge)
  • Darryl Adams — AI & Accessibility Innovator, Access Insights LLC (Judge)
  • Griffen Stapp — Executive Director, Ability Central (Judge)
  • Joel Dodson — Software Developer (Judge)
  • Jonathan Kalan — Head of Brand and Marketing, Glidance (Judge)
  • Roberto Manduchi — Interim Dean of Baskin Engineering, UCSC (Judge)

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