Smack My Pitch Up

The Rules

What's all this about?

Smack My Pitch Up is the pitch event where bad ideas are not just expected, but rewarded. You have 50 seconds to pitch your very worst tech idea. Bowlingballsbymail.com, Whippetsformidgets.org, Pedofilr (the social network for feet) - whatever. No Powerpoints permitted - it's just you, a microphone, a blank flip pad and a Sharpie. The best worst idea - as voted by the audience - wins big ($50). There will be free drinks sponsored by Wubud.com, until their bar tab runs out. See below for details.

When and where?

From 10pm, this Tuesday (Sept 9th) at House of Shields, 39 New Montgomery St, San Francisco.

Are there any other rules?

Your pitch/idea must be original, it must be terrible, and it must involve tech. After 45 seconds, a bell will ring. This bell has no significance and can be safely ignored.

How does the audience voting work?

Cheers and applause. Bribes of over $50 accepted.

And the prizes?

A grand prize of $50 will be awarded for the best worst pitch. There will be bonus prizes for...
   a) best URL containing a pun
   b) most creative disregard of grammar
   c) a variety of other things
A handsome plastic trophy - The Calacanis Cup - will be awarded for the most arrogant pitch.

What is the cost of entry?

$2,995. No, just kidding. It's free for all. Only a fucking moron would spend $2,995 to attend a pitch event.

Do I need to pre-register to pitch / attend?

No / no. Just bring yourself and your terrible idea. We'll provide the Sharpie. You're welcome to toss a nod to Upcoming.org.

Can I bring my own Sharpie?

Under no circumstances.

How long does Smack My Pitch Up last?

The first pitch is at 10:30pm (registration closes at 10:29pm). There will be no more than 50 minutes of pitching plus 10 minutes for prize giving. You do the math. (British attendees should do the maths).

Will there be any celebrity guests?

It seems unlikely, doesn't it? Hammer? Lacy?

And what happens afterwards?

We all get drunk.

What if I have any other questions?

Then you're in danger of over-thinking this. But if you must you can find us on Twitter. @Eris and @Paulcarr

Oh, and who is organising this ridiculous waste of everyone's time?

Smack My Pitch Up is a transatlantic effort, conceived and co-ordinated by Bringing Nothing To The Party and Awesome Inc.

And the sponsor?

Smack My Pitch Up is proudly sponsored by Wubud.com - the (soon to be launched) social network for mobile people. Wearing your Wubud sticker (provided) will get you free drinks until the bar tab runs out. Drink early. Drink often.

The guy in the photo?

That's Greg Storey, by Jason Santa Maria