5 Across October 2025 Entrepreneur Pitch Competition - Awesome Inc

Lexington's premier pitch competition!

On October 29th, 5 startups are taking the stage for our October edition of 5 Across. Clap and cheer at Transylvania University's Carrick Theater as the 5 companies pitch their businesses Shark Tank-style to the crowd. The winner will receive $500 cash PLUS the opportunity to accept a $5,000 SAFE Note investment from Keyhorse Capital, a branch of KSTC! We will also have a delicious catered meal before the event, networking, and drinks.

Come celebrate entrepreneurship with us and the Lexington startup community!

We hope you can make it.

Cheers,

The Awesome Inc Team

Event Schedule:

• 4 :45 Doors open
• 5:00-5:30 Networking and Dinner
• 5:30-7:00 Pitch Competition
• 7:00-7:30 Afterparty

HUGE thank you to our sponsors. We couldn't do it without you.

TITLE SPONSOR: Kinetic

OCTOBER PRESENTING SPONSOR:

OCTOBER VENUE SPONSOR: Transylvania University

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Carrick Theater, West 4th Street, Lexington, United States

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