Founders encouraged to apply to Startup World Cub Regional pitch contest in Sheboygan

Accelerate Sheboygan County (AccelSC.com), announced the return of the Startup World Cup Sheboygan Regional Pitch Competition Oct. 19 at the Weill Center for the Performing Arts.
Startup founders from Wisconsin and across the Midwest are encouraged to apply for the opportunity to pitch their business live on stage for cash prizes and the chance to advance to the global Startup World Cup Finals in San Francisco. Apply here.
Startup World Cup features more than 100 regional competitions across six continents, connecting emerging startups with investors and global exposure. Winners from regional events advance to the Grand Finale in San Francisco to compete for a $1 million investment prize.
The Sheboygan regional competition will award $2,000 Judge’s Choice Prize and $1,000 People’s Choice Prize, selected through audience voting. The Sheboygan regional winner will also earn the opportunity to pitch at the Startup World Cup Grand Finale in San Francisco.
Applications for startup founders and pitchers are now open. If you are interested in competing, follow link: Apply to Pitch at the Startup World Cup Sheboygan Regional.
The event is free and open to the public.
“We are excited to continue building momentum for entrepreneurship in Sheboygan County,” said Justin Vannieuwenhoven, Chair of the Sheboygan County Innovation Council. “This event gives founders from across Wisconsin a platform to share their ideas, connect with resources and investors, and compete on a global stage while also showcasing the innovation happening right here in our region.”