Startup World Cup Virginia Qualifier

Get ready for the return of the Startup World Cup Virginia Regional Finals — where Virginia’s top startups compete for a shot at $1,000,000 in investment capital!

The Pegasus Tech Ventures Startup World Cup is a global competition designed to support and inspire entrepreneurs around the world. Regional winners advance to the Grand Finale in San Francisco, where they compete for a $1 million investment prize.

Last year, ivWatch claimed victory in the Virginia regional and went on to finish third in the world — proving that innovation from the Commonwealth can shine on the global stage.

Back for its second year, the Virginia Regional Finals will once again take place in beautiful Virginia Beach, a nationally ranked summer destination in Hampton Roads.

Join us for an exciting evening of high-energy pitches, dynamic networking, and opportunities to connect with mentors, startups, investors, and innovation leaders — all in a relaxed, out-of-the-box setting.

Whether you're a startup founder, investor, or just curious about the future of entrepreneurship, this is the event you don’t want to miss.

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.

Apply to pitch for your chance at 1 million dollars.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Sandler Center for the Performing Arts, 201 Market Street, Virginia Beach, United States