South American Startups: Apply for Startup Battlefield 200

Here is a tribute to the founders of South American start-ups! We want YOU to apply for the Startup Battlefield 200 at TechCrunch Disrupt 2023. But you better hurry – time is running out. The application window closes on May 31 at 11:59 p.m. PDT.

South America: Join Startup Battlefield 200

Startup Battlefield 200 (SB 200) is the world’s leading startup competition featuring 200 of the most promising and impactful startups. TechCrunch reviews all applicants and selects participants. Registration and participation are 100% free. Last year at Disrupt, the inaugural cohort included two notable early-stage startups from South America.

Lots of Benefits for Startup Battlefield 200 at TC Disrupt 2023

South American entrepreneurs – you cover a range of nations across a vast continent. Throw your hats in the ring and show us what you’re building. Here’s what’s in it for you.

It starts with getting the TechCrunch stamp of approval — it’s hard to find and it carries weight in the startup world. You will be in the spotlight of invaluable interest to investors and the media. Take a look at what else you get – for free.

Full access to Disrupt: This includes four additional passes and VIP access to all presentations, workshops and panel discussions.

Exclusive Masterclasses: SB 200 founders will benefit from workshops in the weeks leading up to Disrupt. They also receive special pitch training from TechCrunch staff and a free year of TechCrunch+ membership.

Flash pitch to Disrupt: This special training will come in handy as you take to the Showcase stage and present in front of TechCrunch investors and publishers. Receive invaluable feedback and — who knows? You might even pique the interest of an investor.

Exhibition space for the three days: The SB 200 will be the only start-ups allowed to exhibit at the Disrupt show.

Keep the best for last : All SB 200 founders have a chance to compete for $100,000 in the Startup Battlefield pitch competition. TechCrunch editors will select 20 startups from the SB 200 to be Startup Battlefield finalists. The founders of these 20 companies will be featured on TechCrunch, receive private pitch coaching, and then perform live on stage in front of the entire Disrupt audience. The final winner takes home the cash prize of $100,000 with no equity or conditions and all the glory.

If you’re an early-stage founder based in South America, don’t miss this chance to launch your business on a global stage. Apply for Startup Battlefield 200 at Disrupt 2023 before May 31 at 11:59 p.m. PDT.

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