StartUp Lehigh Valley Pitch Competition 2026

About

A pitch competition offering startups the chance to showcase their business ideas and compete for over $20,000 in prizes while gaining access to valuable resources and mentorship from Lehigh Valley LaunchBox.

Benefits

• 💰Prize Money
  Compete for over $20,000 in prizes
• 🎓Resource Access
  Participants will connect with resources from Lehigh Valley LaunchBox, including legal advice, marketing resources, mentorship, and funding opportunities
• 🎤Presentation Opportunity
  Chance to present live to expert judges and an audience

Eligibility Criteria

• Must be 18 years or older
• Must be beyond the idea stage
• Must be established for no more than five years
• Must have fewer than 20 full-time employees
• Must have a connection to Lehigh Valley

Participation Commitments

• Must present live at Musikfest Café on August 4, 2026
• Each participant has two minutes to pitch
• Judges will ask questions and select the winner

Target Region

Lehigh Valley, PA

Target Sector

All sectors