2026 Startup World Cup Regional Pitch Competition

About

A regional pitch competition offering startup founders the chance to showcase their innovative ideas and products, compete for cash prizes, and potentially advance to the global finals in San Francisco. Participants will pitch live on stage, engaging with the community and judges to gain recognition and support for their ventures.

Benefits

• 💰Cash Prizes
  Opportunity to win $2,000 Judge’s Choice Prize
• 🎉People’s Choice Prize
  Opportunity to win $1,000 People’s Choice Prize
• 🌍Global Finals
  Chance to advance to the global Startup World Cup Finals in San Francisco

Eligibility Criteria

• Open to startup founders from Wisconsin and across the Midwest
• Must have a scalable idea or innovative product
• Must be able to pitch live on stage

Participation Commitments

• Must pitch live on stage at the event on October 19, 2026
• Event is free and open to the public
• Community members are encouraged to attend and vote for the People’s Choice Award

Target Region

Wisconsin, Midwest

Target Sector

All sectors