Startup World Cup Returns to the Twin Cities
Elevate Hennepin is excited to highlight that the Startup World Cup is returning as a featured event during Twin Cities Startup Week - offering Minnesota founders a chance to showcase their ideas on a global stage. Organized by Pegasus Tech Ventures, this premiere no-cost competition brings together innovative startups from across the region to pitch in front of investors, ecosystem leaders, and peers.
One Minnesota finalist will move on to the global Startup World Cup finals, where they will compete for a $1 million investment prize.
This event strengthens the Twin Cities’ growing startup ecosystem and aligns closely with Elevate Hennepin’s mission to support business growth, innovation, and expanded access to opportunity. Participating founders gain visibility, build meaningful connections, and open doors to future funding.
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