Pitch Competition July 2026

Remote Ready Oklahoma Showcased at Cortado Ventures Startup Pitch Competition

Remote Ready Oklahoma was honored to participate in the Cortado Ventures Startup Pitch Competition, held on July 15, 2026, at The Verge OKC. The event brought together some of Oklahoma's most promising early-stage startups, investors, entrepreneurs, and business leaders for an evening focused on innovation, entrepreneurship, and economic growth.



Founder Meaghan Burns took the stage as one of the selected startups to present the vision behind Remote Ready Oklahoma—a workforce development initiative designed to prepare Oklahomans for remote careers while helping employers connect with qualified remote talent.

Showcasing Oklahoma Innovation

Hosted by Cortado Ventures in partnership with The Verge OKC, the live pitch competition featured up to eight startup finalists competing for a $10,000 investment from the Cortado Angel Fund through an uncapped SAFE agreement.

• The event provided founders with an opportunity to:
• Present their businesses to investors and industry leaders
• Gain valuable feedback from experienced entrepreneurs
• Build relationships within Oklahoma's growing startup ecosystem
• Increase visibility for innovative companies solving real-world challenges

For attendees, the event highlighted the incredible innovation happening across Oklahoma and demonstrated the strength of the state's entrepreneurial community.

About Remote Ready Oklahoma

Remote Ready Oklahoma was created to help bridge the gap between talented job seekers and employers offering remote work opportunities.

As remote work continues to transform the workforce, many employers struggle to find candidates who are prepared for the unique demands of remote positions. At the same time, many individuals are looking for flexible career opportunities but need guidance, training, and support to become competitive applicants.

Remote Ready Oklahoma addresses both challenges by helping participants develop the skills, confidence, and professionalism needed to thrive in remote work environments.

The program focuses on preparing individuals for long-term career success while helping businesses build reliable remote teams.

Preparing Oklahomans for Remote Careers

Remote Ready Oklahoma equips participants with practical skills that employers value, including:

• Professional remote workplace communication
• Time management and productivity
• Virtual collaboration
• Video conferencing best practices
• Digital workplace etiquette
• Resume and interview preparation
• Remote job readiness

The goal is not simply to help participants find a remote job—but to help them build sustainable careers.

Connecting Employers with Qualified Talent

Remote Ready Oklahoma also partners with employers looking to hire dependable remote workers.

By helping participants complete structured training before entering the workforce, employers benefit from candidates who better understand the expectations of remote employment and are prepared to contribute from day one.

This creates stronger hiring outcomes for businesses while expanding career opportunities throughout Oklahoma.

Building Oklahoma's Future Workforce

Events like the Cortado Ventures Startup Pitch Competition showcase the incredible entrepreneurial talent being developed across Oklahoma.

Remote Ready Oklahoma is proud to be part of that movement by creating innovative workforce solutions that benefit both job seekers and employers.

Participating in the competition provided an opportunity to share this mission with investors, community leaders, and fellow entrepreneurs while continuing to build awareness for the program throughout the state.



As remote work continues to grow, initiatives like Remote Ready Oklahoma are helping ensure that Oklahoma's workforce is prepared for the jobs of tomorrow.

Learn More About Remote Ready Oklahoma

Whether you're looking for a remote career, an employer searching for qualified remote talent, or an organization interested in workforce development, Remote Ready Oklahoma is building opportunities that strengthen Oklahoma's workforce and economy.



Learn more about the program, upcoming cohorts, and employer partnerships.