The chance of a lifetime to pitch your idea to a panel of diamond and luxury experts!

We call upon all creative minds to grab the opportunity to pitch their diamond or luxury-segment-oriented idea to an international panel of industry leaders and luxury experts from across the value chain. What do you get in return? A chance to receive invaluable insight and feedback from these top experts, a cash prize and an opportunity to network.

Who can apply?

We welcome all creative minds, whether they want to pitch solo, in a team, as startup, scale-up or established company.

What are we looking for?

An innovative idea, product or service that has a direct link with the diamond, jewelry or luxury industry.

What do we need from you?

In order to be considered, a full application should contain an overview of the concept or idea you want to pitch and should include:

– a presentation (slide deck, maximum 10 slides) detailing your idea, product or service, your target audience and why you think this idea will work

– a visual presentation of your product or service

– a brief business plan that includes financials, projections, pricing strategy and SWOT analysis/competition benchmark.

How to apply?

1. Fill out the Application form below.

2. Upload all necessary documents

Applications will be evaluated by AWDC and a selection of proposals will be able to pitch to our panel of diamond and luxury experts live on Thursday, September 15, at the Handelsbeurs, Antwerpen, Belgium.