Johnson City to Host Startup World Cup Regional Qualifier

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Johnson City has been selected to host the Tennessee regional qualifier for the Startup World Cup, one of the world's largest startup pitch competitions, during the fourth annual return of the event in the state.

Why it matters

The Startup World Cup regional qualifier in Johnson City will provide a high-profile platform for local and regional entrepreneurs to showcase their innovations and compete for a spot in the global finals, potentially attracting investment and exposure for the region's burgeoning startup ecosystem.

The details

The Startup World Cup is an annual global startup pitch competition that draws thousands of applicants from over 60 countries. The Tennessee regional qualifier, now in its fourth year, will be held in Johnson City, providing a stage for entrepreneurs across the state to present their business ideas to a panel of investors and industry experts.

• The fourth annual Tennessee regional qualifier for the Startup World Cup will be held in Johnson City.
• The global Startup World Cup competition takes place annually.

What’s next

The winner of the Tennessee regional qualifier in Johnson City will advance to the global Startup World Cup finals, where they will compete against other regional champions for the grand prize.