Calling all student-led early-stage startup founders! We’ve got exciting news for you – the TechCrunch Student Pitch Competition, powered by Blackstone LaunchPad, is now open to all college- and university-level students. This video-pitch competition is your chance to showcase your entrepreneurial skills, win amazing prizes, and attend TechCrunch Disrupt 2022 in San Francisco from October 18-20.
What You Need to Know
- This is a video-only competition, so don’t worry about preparing for an on-stage pitch. Just record a 60-second video of your pitch.
- The competition is industry agnostic, so whether you’re building in software, hardware, or something entirely new, we want to hear from you!
- We encourage students with a functioning Minimum Viable Product (MVP) to apply, but the ultimate winners will be a mix of student-led startups at various stages – ideation, product-market fit, and scaleups.
How to Apply
Applying to the competition is easy. Follow these three simple steps:
- Record your pitch: Create a 60-second video showcasing your startup’s idea, mission, and goals.
- Fill out the application: Answer a few quick questions about your startup, including your name, university/college, and startup name.
- Submit your application and video: Upload your video to our platform and submit your application by September 9.
Why You Should Apply
Pitching is an essential skill for every startup founder to master. This competition will help you hone your pitching skills, network with fellow entrepreneurs, and potentially win some amazing prizes.
- Free passes to TechCrunch Disrupt: Get two free tickets to TC Disrupt 2022, plus two free tickets to any 2023 TechCrunch event.
- Blackstone LaunchPad swag: Show off your startup pride with exclusive merchandise from Blackstone LaunchPad.
- Top six finalists receive a mentor session: Meet with the experts and get valuable feedback on your startup.
Don’t Miss Out
The TechCrunch Student Pitch Competition is your chance to take your startup to the next level. Apply now, sharpen your pitching skills, and win some incredible prizes. The competition is open until September 9, so don’t wait – submit your application today!
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