USA - New York Regional-Startup World Cup 2025

The Startup World Cup New York 2025 Regional Pitch Competition is joining forces with Startup Grind to deliver one of the most impactful events of NY Tech Week 2025. This competition provides startups with a global platform to accelerate their growth, expand influence, and connect with leading investors and corporate leaders.

Sponsored by MoFo, Dell Technologies, Capgemini Applied Innovation Exchange, and Industry Ventures, the event will feature the Startup World Cup – New York Top 10 Startup Showcase. Attendees will network with venture capitalists, corporate executives, technology experts, and industry innovators.

Application Deadline: Sunday, May 11, 2025

Event Schedule

• 4:30 – 5:00 PM: Registration
• 5:00 – 5:15 PM: Opening Remarks
• 5:15 – 5:45 PM: Pitches 1–5
• 5:45 – 6:00 PM: Break
• 6:00 – 6:30 PM: Pitches 6–10
• 6:30 – 7:00 PM: VC Panel Discussion
• 7:00 – 7:15 PM: Winner Announcement
• 7:15 – 7:30 PM: Closing Remarks
• 7:30 – 9:00 PM: Networking Session

About the Organizers

Startup World Cup

A global series of startup conferences and competitions organized by Pegasus Tech Ventures, featuring 100+ regional events in 60+ countries. The winners advance to the 2025 Grand Finale in Silicon Valley (October 17, 2025), competing for a $1 million investment prize.

Startup Grind – NYC Chapter

The largest global startup community supporting founders, innovators, and creators with resources to build, grow, and scale.

Dell Technologies

A worldwide technology leader dedicated to advancing human progress through innovation.

Morrison Foerster (MoFo)

A global law firm with over 1,000 attorneys across 18 offices, advising startups and investors across sectors including tech, healthcare, AI, fintech, and more.