Call For Applications: HICOOL Global Entrepreneurship Competition (Over $11 Million)
About this Program:
Participate in the renowned HICOOL Global Entrepreneurship Competition in Beijing, globally ranked 3rd in startup ecosystems. Compete for a share of the substantial $11 million prize pool and gain unprecedented access to top-tier investors and corporations. This competition is essential for ambitious technology startups in the early or growth stage. With benefits such as investor matchmaking, mentorship, media exposure, and more, your startup’s potential is boundless. Seize this opportunity, apply now, and propel your startup onto the global stage!
Program Details:
- Type: Startup Competition
- Stage:
- Series A, SeedAngel
- Series B, Pre-Seed
- Sectors: AI, Technology, VR, FinTech, Precision Medicine, Healthcare, Information Technology, SaaS, Intelligent Equipment, Energy Conservation, New Energy, New Material, Biotech, Environmental Protection, Culture Creativity, AgriTech, Foodtech, Ecosystem, Global
Program Benefits:
- Massive Prize Pool: Over USD 11 million
- 7 x First Prize: $300,000 (2 Million RMB)
- 21 x Second Prize: $150,000 (1 Million RMB)
- 42 x Third Prize: $75,000 (500,000 RMB)
- 70 x Additional Winning Prize: $30,000 (200,000 RMB)
Additional Benefits for Participating Startups:
- Investor matchmaking with 1st tier investors like GGV, Skysaga, Sequoia, etc.
- Proof of Concept introductions with Fortune 500 companies and leading corporates.
- Pitch training and support from the HICOOL team for the Chinese audience.
- Mentorship, media exposure, and visa support.
- Company setup support, including loan and green-card support if requirements are met.
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Description:
Unlock your startup’s full potential at HICOOL 2024! Imagine being among the best in a city home to 93 unicorns. The HICOOL Global Entrepreneurship Competition is not just a contest; it’s a launchpad for your innovative startup. With a prize pool exceeding $11 million and categories covering AI, healthcare, new tech, and more, this is where your ideas meet opportunity. If you’re an ambitious technology startup in the early or growth stage anywhere in the world, do not miss this competition!
Competition Fields:
- AI/VR/FinTech
- Medicine and Healthcare
- New Generation of Information Technology
- High-end Equipment
- New Energy/New Materials/Energy Conservation and Environmental Protection
- Cultural Creativity
- AgriTech/FoodTech
Why Apply Through Founders Lair?
Founders Lair, awarded Startup Scout of the Year in 2020, 2021, and 2022, has assisted over 250 startups to reach the semi-finals or win prestigious prizes. Apply through us and benefit from ongoing support throughout the competition. If you aspire to position yourself as a leading technology startup, access first-tier investors, and win exciting cash prizes, apply now!
Deadline: Feb 1, 2024