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TBD, `123 Location Pending, Austin, 78731
Ready to battle? Apply to be one of the top 10 startups competing to represent Austin at the All-Star Global Pitch Battle. Deadline is August 29, 2025 so don't miss out on this opportunity to showcase your startup! π The Global Final will take place during the virtual AI Summit. Pitch in front of an esteemed judging panel of investors, and thousands of attendees!
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Overview:
Join the Startup Grind All-Star Pitch Battle β the premier worldwide competition for early-stage startups. Weβre searching for the Startup of the Year in every city across the Startup Grind global community. Local winners will go head-to-head with the top startups in their industries on a global stage, pitching in front of Silicon Valley VCs for a chance to claim the title of All-Star Champion, and win prizes along the way.
Join one of 75+ chapter battles happening internationally countries in just 5 days!
Compete for the chance to advance to the Industry Category Semi-Final and ultimately vie for the All Star Pitch Battle Champion title.
Startup Eligibility:
Tech-driven, scalable business model, pre-seed to Series A startups.
π Apply now for your chance to shine on the global stage!
Deadline to participate in your chapter battle: August 29, 2025
Key Milestones:
Chapter Battle: Winners move to the Semi-Final (September 24, 2025)
Final: Top Semi-Finalists compete virtually on October 1, 2025 for global glory
π The Global Final will take place during the virtual AI Summit. Pitch in front of an esteemed judging panel of investors, and thousands of attendees eager to see who the Champion will be!
Key Details:
π€ Want to pitch? We have 3 exclusive spots for the first founders to purchase a Pitch Ticket.
To qualify, you must be Pre-Seed to Series A, or bootstrapped with strong revenue. All industries are welcome.
π The other few spots will be selected in the coming weeks. Submit your application here:
https://airtable.com/appxzBECTclOdlCMV/pagPWgo85HUuyCkN8/form
π Format: 1 minute elevator pitch with 1 slide competition structure. One winner - progresses to the Semi Finals.
π Judges TBD
Location TBD
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September 16βββ17, 2025
11:00 PM β 1:30 AM (UTC)
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