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FREE: Startup of the Year Online Pitch Event | Celebrating Black Founders

Thursday, September 3 @ 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm • Organized By Established | Startup of the Year

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Startup of the Year® celebrates Black-led startups on 9/3. Five companies to pitch for $1K and an automatic top Semifinalist Summit spot.

YOU'RE INVITED!

REGISTER TODAY TO:

  • Watch Top notch pitches from five emerging Black Founders.
  • Gain valuable insights during Q&A with expert judges: Kathryn Finney from DigitalUndivided, Aubrie Pagano from Corigin Ventures, and Christie Pitts from Backstage Capital.
  • Vote in the People's Choice Award poll.
  • Cheer during the big winner announcement, where one competitor will receive $1,000 and a fast-track spot to our 8th Annual Startup of the Year Summit as a Top 100 Semifinalist.
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Host
Ann Diab
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September 3 @ 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Add to my Calendar
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Online Virtual Event

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