Alibaba.com Unveils Celebrity Judges for CoCreate Pitch Competition's Grand Finale in the USA

Alibaba.com, a major player in the B2B e-commerce sector, recently announced the star-studded lineup for the U.S. final of its highly anticipated $1 million CoCreate Pitch competition. The event will be hosted in Las Vegas on September 4-5, 2025, during the CoCreate 2025 summit, a key gathering for innovators and entrepreneurs.

Event Overview

The CoCreate Pitch competition is designed to showcase the best product ideas from entrepreneurs worldwide, and this year, over 20,000 entries were received. From this pool, 70 talented semifinalists will get the opportunity to pitch their innovative concepts live. The stakes are high, as they compete for a share of a substantial $1 million prize pool, including grand prizes of $200,000 each, as well as sourcing credits from Alibaba.com.

Meet the Hosts and Judges

This year's competition will be emceed by the renowned entrepreneur Daymond John, best known for his role on the Emmy Award-winning TV show Shark Tank. As the founder and CEO of the fashion giant FUBU, which has generated more than $6 billion in sales, John brings a wealth of experience and business acumen to the event. His influence extends beyond TV, as he leads The Shark Group, assisting numerous businesses in establishing effective brand strategies.

Joining Daymond John on the judging panel are: