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Startup World Cup Virginia Qualifier

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08/21/2025
5:00 pm  – 8:00 pm  EST

Sandler Center for the Performing Arts, Market Street, Virginia Beach, VA, USA

On August 21 from 5–8 PM, Innovate Hampton Roads is hosting the Startup World Cup Virginia Regional Finals at the Sandler Center in Virginia Beach. Known as the #1 pitch competition in the world, this high-stakes, high-energy event showcases Virginia’s top businesses competing for $1 million in investment and a chance to represent the Commonwealth on the global stage in San Francisco.

Part of the international Startup World Cup by Pegasus Tech Ventures, the event brings together founders, investors, professionals, business leaders, and changemakers for an evening of bold pitches, powerful networking, and a front-row seat to the future of innovation in Virginia. Last year’s winner, ivWatch, proved that Virginia-born ideas can thrive globally—placing third in the world. Don’t miss this unforgettable celebration of entrepreneurship and opportunity.

Save the date: August 21, from 5 to 8 PM. Come witness the next big thing in startups from across the Commonwealth.

Register now and be part of the journey.