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1776 Challenge Cup 2017 for startups Worldwide

1776 are now accepting Challenge Cup applications through 1776’s UNION network, a digital platform that offers your startup access to pitch-coaching, industry advice, and key connections with the right people to help you scale in your industry. Each applicant will receive access to UNION for the duration of their time in the competition.

1776 Challenge Cup 2017 for Start-ups Worldwide
1776 Challenge Cup 2017 for Start-ups Worldwide


One winner will be selected from each Challenge Cup Local to compete in the Global Finals at Challenge Festival in New York City.


Requirements:


All start-ups must meet these criteria in order to apply to compete in Challenge Cup.


Sector — Your start-up must be working within one of these critical industries or emerging technologies:

  • Cities
  • Education
  • Energy
  • Food
  • Health
  • Money
  • Security
  • Transportation
  • Block chain
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Robotics/Automation


For-profit — Your start-up must be a for-profit business.
Scalability — Your start-up must offer a scalable product or service and be in a market with measurable traction
Stage — Your start-up must be beyond “idea stage.” Having a pilot program or an MVP in market is required. While traction may be limited, there should be identifiable traction post-launch.
Funding — Your start-up must have under $2.5MM USD in venture funding at the time of application.
Revenue — Your start-up must have less than $3MM USD in revenue booked to date.
Location — Your start-up does not need proof of regional affiliation. (If you’re based in Miami but want to compete in Dublin, go for it).


Benefits:


Local level

  • One (1) winner from each Local competition will advance to the Global Finals, held during the Challenge Festival in New York City from November 13-17, 2017. The winning start-up will receive:
  • One flight and hotel package to attend and participate in the Global Finals.
  • Publicity via the 1776 website, social media channels and newsletter

Global Finals level
One winner from each Challenge Cup Local will travel to New York City to compete in the Global Finals at the Challenge Festival. These start-ups will have the opportunity to share their ideas on a global stage and compete for grand prizes. All competitors will receive:

  • A round trip ticket and hotel stay in New York City to compete in the Global Finals at Challenge Festival.
  • Exclusive access to 1776’s UNION network, connecting thousands of entrepreneurs, mentors, experts, investors, and start-up ecosystems worldwide.
  • Onsite programming at Challenge Festival as well as direct connections to potential funders, clients, mentors and 75 of the top start-up founders from around the world.

 

Application Deadline: Varying by country

To make your application follow the link here.

 

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