Founders Live Philadelphia

Thu Nov 06 2025 at 06:00 pm to 09:00 pm UTC-05:00

Garage Fishtown | Philadelphia

Founders Live
Publisher/HostFounders Live
Founders Live Philadelphia
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The ultimate entrepreneurial experience and pitch competition returns to Philly!
About this Event

Founders Live Philly is back!



Join us for an incredible evening…

Founders Live is an unforgettable happy hour competition sweeping the globe.

5 founders

99 Second pitches

4 minutes audience Q&A

YOUR VOTES decide the winner!

So bring your friends and coworkers, grab some food and drink, get to know your local entrepreneurs and vote for what you think will be the next big thing... built in Pennsylvania.

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Starring

Miles Zeoli as the new city leader!



Competing Founders and Startups

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Agenda

6:00 pm - Networking and Happy Hour

7:00 pm - Announcements, Sponsors, and Pitch Competition

8:00 pm - Networking and Happy Hour

9:00pm - Afterparty



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Winners

The Founders Live winners package includes:

  • The with over $1,000,000 in cash savings on 100+ essential apps and services for startups
  • An appearance in the Founders Live Prime Time regional qualifiers with a chance to advance to our Prime Time global event in the fall



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Enter the Prime Time Pitch Challenge!

This is your chance to share your story in a 99-second pitch video.

Prizes start at 99 votes.

Top-voted founders compete live in our Prime Time global tournament this fall!

Deadline for entries: 11:59:59 PM on September 30, 2025



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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Garage Fishtown, 100 East Girard Avenue, Philadelphia, United States

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