TechCrunch just opened applications for Startup Battlefield 200, giving 200 startups a shot at $100K, meetings with venture capitalists, and major tech press coverage. Applications close May 27.
This isn’t your typical startup pitch contest. The 200 selected companies get direct access to the investors who fund the next big apps and services. Plus, they get featured in TechCrunch, the site that can make or break a startup’s reputation overnight.
From Garage to Gold Mine
Startup Battlefield has a track record of picking winners before they become household names. Past participants have gone on to raise millions and build companies you probably use today. The contest gives unknown founders a chance to skip the usual networking grind and pitch directly to the people with checkbooks.
The process is simple: nominate your startup or one you think deserves attention, then complete the full application. TechCrunch will narrow thousands of applications down to 200 companies across all industries and stages.
What Happens Next
If you’re thinking about applying, you have until May 27. The selected 200 will be announced later this year, followed by the main event where finalists compete for the grand prize. For many startups, just making the 200 is enough to attract investor interest and media buzz that can change everything.