Get Ready for the Startup World Cup Competition: Apply or Attend as a Guest!

The Startup World Cup is back, and this global competition is heating up for 2024! HUMANBULB has once again partnered with Startup World Cup to organize regional competitions across the United States and internationally. Startups from around the world have the chance to showcase their innovative ideas, with regional winners advancing to the Global Grand Finale in San Francisco this October to compete for a $1 million investment prize.

For the Sacramento region, the excitement builds as HumanBulb prepares to host the Startup World Cup Regional Competition on September 23, 2024. Last year’s event saw remarkable success, with Sacramento’s regional winner, Electro Scan, placing in the top 10 out of 50+ global finalists. The competition continues to elevate Sacramento’s entrepreneurial spirit on the global stage.

Why Compete?

If you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or an established startup with a big idea, this competition is the perfect opportunity to take your venture to the next level. Not only do you get the chance to compete for a $1 million investment prize, but you also gain exposure to investors, industry leaders, and other startup communities. The application deadline is September 6th, so don’t miss your chance to represent the Greater Sacramento region.

The Startup World Cup is not just a competition – it’s a launchpad for innovation and growth. Whether you believe you have the best startup in Sacramento or globally, this competition gives you a chance to prove it. And who knows? Your startup might be the next big name to take the world by storm, just like previous Sacramento winners JAPA and Electro Scan. Interested in completing click here

Join the Event as a Guest

Even if you’re not competing, attending the event as a guest is just as thrilling! On Monday, September 23, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, at 2631 New Market Drive in Sacramento, you can be part of the live audience and help choose the startup that will represent our region at the Global Grand Finale. Ten startups will pitch their ideas in front of a jury panel, including notable names like Vaibhav Nadgauda, John Peters, Brooke Vansant, Mathew Magno, and moderator Charlotte Danielsson. A live audience vote will play a key role in determining who moves forward to the global stage.

Join over 200 like-minded entrepreneurs, corporates, service providers, and community members to network, be inspired, and support the incredible talent that Sacramento has to offer. You’ll also have the opportunity to meet industry experts, investors, and potential mentors, making it an invaluable event for aspiring innovators.

The Startup World Cup is your chance to be part of something bigger, to witness the rise of new ideas, and to cheer on local entrepreneurs making their mark on the global stage. Let’s put Sacramento on the map as a powerhouse of innovation and entrepreneurship!

Details

When: Monday, September 23 · 6 – 8pm
Where: 2631 New Market Drive, Sacramento
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