// Inspiration / knowledge / Entertainment / Connection //

Regional Finals begin December 2!

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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

AN INSPIRING NEW DOCUSERIES

Nick Hughes discovers and shares perspectives on what it means to be great, filmed while touring Europe

Episode 6 premiers November 11!

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🛟 Solve 🛟

Get past founder problems!

🤝 Partner 🤝

Help founders succeed!

// 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!

Find a city near you

/ Upcoming Competitions

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// Our vision: Entrepreneurial Equality //