I’m a geek, I’m a nerd and I’m proud to say it,” says former basketball star Dr. Shaquille O’Neal, “…I’m looking for the next big thing,” adding that the winner of Pitch Shaq will win an informal investment meeting with him.
Shaq will review every pitch. If the winner needs significant capital and the investment meeting goes well, Shaq will “introduce them to the big boys.” But if the winner’s funding needs are minimal, Shaq “might write them a check on the spot” over lunch or drinks, he says.
All of the pitches, which need to include “#PitchShaq” in their descriptions to be considered, will get some spotlight during SXSW.
