Startup World Cup

🚀 The Startup World Cup Returns to Tulsa!

The world’s largest startup competition is coming back to Tulsa — and Gradient is proud to host the Oklahoma Regionals of the Startup World Cup, powered by Pegasus World Ventures.

We’re looking for the most ambitious, innovative startups from across the region to apply for their shot at the global stage. Only 10 founders will be selected to pitch live at Gradient, where one will be crowned the Oklahoma Regional Champion and receive:

• ✈️ $5,000 travel stipend to compete in the semi-finals in San Francisco
• 📊 A professionally designed pitch deck
• 🧠 1:1 mentorship with industry experts to prepare for your global debut

The regional winner will then go on to compete for the Startup World Cup’s Grand Prize: 💰 $1,000,000 in investment at the Global Semi-Finals and Grand Finale in San Francisco.

Whether you’re pitching, cheering from the crowd, or connecting with founders and funders — this is a can’t-miss celebration of bold ideas and entrepreneurial energy.

🎟️ Be in the room with Oklahoma’s top startups
📣 Cheer them on as they pitch live
🍻 Stick around for the afterparty — drinks and snacks are on us!