Beyond the Pitch: Ep 4 - Winners, Workouts & Women Who Inspire
The finale of my Beyond the Pitch series with Title Nine is here, and wow — I’m still buzzing. After back-to-back weekends at Roam Fest and Pitchfest, I’m overflowing with inspiration, sore from a HIIT workout, and deeply grateful for the women I got to connect with. This recap captures the energy, the stories, and the reminder that collaboration over competition always wins.
From Margaritas to Momentum
Pitchfest kicked off Thursday night with a casual dinner full of movers and makers — past finalists, current finalists, and women driving the outdoor and active lifestyle industry forward. By Friday morning, Title Nine HQ was alive with coffee, swag bags, and an energy that was impossible to ignore. From reconnecting with my friends at Dovetail to discovering new brands like Evelyn Bobbie, the vibe was all about connection and possibility.
Courage in Action
Nine finalists took the stage with vision, grit, and heart: Birdie Blue, Saturday Swimwear, Peach Surf Co, Thicket Adventure, LuxxeFit, Dirty Birdy, Saturday Strides, Allover Apparel, and Tobiq. Each pitch carried so much passion, it was hard not to tear up more than once. And in true Title Nine style, the day included a midday workout — where I pushed myself outside my comfort zone and worked out in public in just my sports bra for the very first time. Vulnerable? Yes. Empowering? Absolutely.
And the Winners Are…
After much deliberation, the judges announced four winners for 2025: Tobiq, Saturday Strides, LuxxeFit, and Saturday Swimwear. While those brands will see purchase orders from Title Nine, every finalist left with momentum and new connections. That’s the real magic of Pitchfest — it’s not just about who “wins,” it’s about building a community that lifts women-owned brands together.
Why You’ll Want to Hit Play
✅ Behind-the-scenes look at Title Nine Pitchfest 2025
✅ Honest reflections on courage and vulnerability
✅ Inspiration from nine women-led brands
✅ The inside scoop on this year’s winners
✅ A reminder that collaboration > competition
Links + Resources:
👉 Pitchfest 2025 Finalists:
Thicket Adventure — Website: thicketadventure.com | Instagram: @thicketadventure
Saturday Swimwear — Website: saturdayswimwear.com | Instagram: @saturdayswimwear
Birdie Blue — Website: shopbirdieblue.com | Instagram: @shopbirdieblue
Saturday Strides — Website: saturdaystrides.com | Instagram: @SaturdayStrides
Dirty Birdy — Website: heydirtybirdy.com | Instagram: @heydirtybirdy
Luxxefit — Website: luxxefit.co | Instagram: @luxxefit.co
Peach Surf Co. — Website: peachsurfco.com | Instagram: @peachsurfco
Tobiq - Website: tobiqtravel.com | Instagram: @tobiqtravel
Allover Apparel - Website: alloverapparel.com | Instagram: @allover.apparel
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About This Series
Beyond the Pitch is a special Tarin It Up series with Title Nine, celebrating women building what they wish existed — and inviting all of us to back brands that back us.