Announcing FastPitch London: Showcasing the Hottest New Virtual Worlds Products On 20 October 2008

Over the last 20 months we've hosted 3 major virtual worlds focused shows. One of the requests we've received but have not had the opportunity to implement is a lauchpad platform for new companies and new products. So by popular demand we're pleased to introduce FastPitch London at Virtual Worlds London (20-21 October 2008).  FastPitch is just that, an opportunity for companies showcase their newest, hottest products. If you are launching a virtual worlds-related product or service, launching it at FastPitch London gives instant access to leading media, investors, industry influencers, and business partners not to mention customers, who will be in attendance at the show. Companies are invited to submit a FastPitch Application. The FastPitch team of expert judges reviews all submissions, selecting the most notable prior to the show. Selected companies are given the stage at Virtual Worlds London on 20 October 2008.

atoWith so many potential partnerships available, FastPitch accelerates the "get to know you" process, enabling you to generate new business at a rapid pace. FastPitch takes place at The Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre, a premiere venue right across the street from Westminster Abbey and two blocks from Parliament.

Our judging panel includes virtual world and investment experts, including:

- Christian Ahlert, Owner, OpenBusiness.cc
- Nic Brisbourne, Partner, DFJ Esprit LLP
- Nic Mitham, CEO, K Zero
- Jeffrey Pope, Executive Vice President, ngi Group Ventures / 3Di
- Andrew (Roo) Reynolds, Portfolio Executive for Social Media, BBC Vision
- Joey Seiler, Editor, VirtualWorldsNews.com
- Christopher V. Sherman, Executive Director, Virtual Worlds Management

Additional judges may be announced in the near future.

The FastPitch team of expert judges reviews all submissions, selecting the most notable prior to the show. Selected companies are given the stage at Virtual Worlds London on 20 October 2008 for 5 minutes to present their product or service to the audience at large. Additionally all FastPitches are recorded and made available online by intruders.tv. Any size company can participate - from startups to established players. We only ask that the product offering you submit be new - never before seen publicly. You cannot submit a previously launched product.

Applications are due midnight GMT Friday, 29 August 2008.
Finalists will be selected by Friday, 19 September 2008.

For more information please visit the FastPitch London home page and review the FAQ.