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what is Startup World Cup?

Startup World Cup is the largest global startup conference and pitch competition where 70+ cities send their champion team to the San Francisco Grand Finale, to compete for a $1,000,000 investment prize.

50k+

attendees

2,5k

investors

500+

speakers

75+

regionals

RENO EVENT DETAILS 

Reno Startup Week, in partnership with Elevate Reno and Pegasus Tech Ventures and sponsored by Dell Technologies is excited to be a participating regional competition site for Startup World Cup. This special event will take place on Wednesday, September 18th. Ten startups will each have 4 minutes to pitch their company, followed by Q&A from a panel of judges. The winner of the event will go on to compete at Startup World Cup's Grand Finale in San Francisco, October 2-4 at Hilton Union Square. 

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startup fair 

4-6 pm at eldorado convention center

Join us for Reno's first ever Startup Fair! This event will kickoff an engaging evening of startup pitches. Whether you're a founder, investor, mentor, or just interested in immersing yourself in the startup world, you won't want to miss this chance to network with 20+ startups of all stages and industries. Come and hear their elevator pitches, network one-on-one with companies, and vote for your favorite company for the People's Choice Award. Food and beverages will be served, and the Startup World Cup pitch competition will begin immediately following the fair at 6:00pm.The Startup Fair is sponsored by The Ozmen Center for Entrepreneurship.

pitch competition

6-8 pm at Eldorado Convention Center

Watch as Reno's Top 10 Finalists take the stage to compete for a chance to move on to Startup World Cup's Grand Finale for a shot at winning a $1M prize investment. Each founder will have just 4 minutes to pitch their startup to a panel of judges. If you enjoy watching Shark Tank, you won't want to miss this exciting evening!

Prize Sponsors

TechEdge Developers empowers entrepreneurs, startups, and traditional businesses through digital transformation and optimization.

VisionariesNV is an online community that unites Nevada’s creative entrepreneurs to solve complex business challenges, foster growth, and most of all, build strategic networks. Our mission is to empower entrepreneurs by connecting them with the vast resources and connections within Nevada’s business ecosystem. 

Peak Digital Studio is a full-service design and website development agency. We work alongside our clients to provide them ongoing design and website maintenance, all for a set monthly price that makes accessing world-class design affordable for startups and small businesses.

At Fintrepid Solutions, we specialize in helping successful entrepreneurial founders overcome the inevitable challenges that come with growing a business. We provide expert C-Suite financial operations support to identify gaps, build sustainable solutions, and work alongside you as your business evolves. 

finalists

key Dates

June 15

Applications open

Aug 2

Application deadline