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// Empower Your Future
/ We are on a mission to Elevate founders around the world
Welcome to the global platform that connects you to the people, resources, capital, and exposure you need to truly become a rockstar.
/ Our formula Works in 125 cities + 50 countries
5 founders.
99-second pitches.
4 minutes of audience Q&A.
YOUR VOTE decides the winner.
(And No Nametags)
All wrapped in an evening of authentic community connection centered around our five Core Values.
// Exploring Greatness
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Nick Hughes discovers and shares perspectives on what it means to be great, filmed while touring Europe
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// Find Your Connection
/ 99-Second Pitch competitions
/ Cities / Center Stage / Athletes / Prime Time
We gather in 115+ cities around the world to connect with each other and hear founders pitch their innovations and stories.
YOUR VOTE determines who wins prizes, prestige, a chance to appear in the global Prime Time competition, and ultimately the Prime Time Global Finals!
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— Founder
$500K angel round two months after winning Founders Live Seattle