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Startup Grind Fort Lauderdale is where founders, investors, and innovators collide—fueling the city’s startup revolution with events, mentorship, and opportunities that turn big ideas into breakthrough businesses.
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17 sept 2025
Virtual Event (Free)
Startup Grind Fort Lauderdale All-Star Pitch Battle AI Edition.
Want to be crowned Startup of the Year?🚀 Join the Startup Grind Fort Lauderdale All-Star Pitch Battle AI Edition, where top early-stage startups from 87+ cities will compete on a global stage. Hear from Global Superstar AI Entrepreneur Melda Akin Frederick! Apply to pitch or RSVP to attend today—don’t miss the chance to see the next wave of AI innovators!
18 sept 2025
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All-Star Pitch Battle - Miami Edition
Join the Startup Grind All-Star Pitch Battle — the premier worldwide competition for early-stage startups. We’re searching for the Startup of the Year in every city across the Startup Grind global community.
1 oct 2025
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Startup Grind AI Summit
Save the Date! Our annual AI Summit returns October 1, 2025 Virtual. Global. Free | 5k Startups | 8am - 12pm PT Whether you’re pitching your first investor or closing your Series A, this is the AI founder event of the year. Build smarter. Raise faster. Join the future of AI.
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