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Malina Long 4/22/24 Malina Long 4/22/24

Final Call for Santa Cruz Launchpad Pitch Contest Applications

Are you a student with an awesome business idea? Your deadline to apply pitch and earn prizes is approaching fast!

Malina Long 9/18/23 Malina Long 9/18/23

Santa Cruz Accelerates 5th Cohort Pitch Competition Recap

The results are in from the Santa Cruz Works Accelerator Pitch Competition. It was a stellar night with great pitches from all 5 startups. The judges had a tough time with the scores being so close.

Malina Long 9/6/23 Malina Long 9/6/23

Finalists Announced for Santa Cruz Accelerates 5th Annual Pitch Contest

Did you grab your tickets yet? What are you waiting for? Watch and vote for your favorite Santa Cruz Accelerates startup.

Doug Erickson 3/23/22 Doug Erickson 3/23/22

4th Annual Santa Cruz Startup Pitch Contest

The 4th annual pitch competition will feature 6 exciting startups. You won’t want to miss this event!

Doug Erickson 1/19/22 Doug Erickson 1/19/22

Startup Rumble Part 2

This is part 2 of Startup Rumble where startups compete for fame and glory. YOU the audience vote for the winners.