• Fast-track Opportunities

    Congrats to the Fast-Track winners from the 2020 Startup of Year competition. These startups will compete at our Startup of the Year Summit 2020, which takes place online from 11/16 - 11/18.

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  • Startup of the Year Community

    Learn about what our Startup Community has to offer to help you on your startup journey. Complete the form below to join us!

    Winner: Jeenie

    Female Founders

    Pitch Competition

    Winner: MITO Material Solutions

    U.S. Veteran Founders Pitch Competition

    Winner: TruGenomix

    Black Founders

    Pitch Competition

    Winner: Freeman Capital

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    APPLY TODAY

  • WHY APPLY:

    • Top 100 Semifinalists will compete for the 2020 Startup of the Year championship title at the 8th Annual Startup of the Year Summit, taking place virtually later this year. Gain exposure, and grow your company.
       

    • One Top 100 Semifinalist could receive up to $20K in potential investment from Established Ventures. Read more about eligibility.
       

    • Top 100 Semifinalists will experience curated connections with investors and corporate leads. This is one of the most valuable opportunities. Last year, we organized over 500 meetings.

    If you have questions, we are happy to help! Email Lori@est.us.

  • Are you a Startup? This is what you need to know.

    WHO SHOULD APPLY

    • If you have NOT already applied to Startup of the Year and are eligible, you should apply. There is no penalty for applying early! In fact, we encourage it. It gives you more opportunity to be considered for one of the above fast-track pitch events.
       
    • If you HAVE already applied to the 2020 Startup of the Year competition, you do not need to apply again.
       
    • If you've already received a fast-track to Summit, you do not need to apply again.
       
    • If you're not selected, don't worry. You're still in the running for the 8th Annual Startup of the Year Summit. We will have 100 startups participate!
       
    • To update your application: please follow the instructions received in your application confirmation email. If you have problems, please email Lori@est.us.

  • Contact Us

    Get in touch with Established, the team behind Startup of the Year!

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