Startup World Cup

KC healthtech company earns ticket to Startup World Cup, shot at West Coast investor’s $1M

Win or lose, Nick Love is excited to keep spreading the word about his company’s injection medication delivery system to a whole new audience, the Love Lifesciences co-founder said Tuesday after earning a regional victory in the global Startup World Cup competition.

Million-dollar prize: Meet 10 KC companies vying for Startup World Cup, attention of global investors

KCSourceLink on Wednesday revealed the 10 companies advancing to the Startup World Cup’s Kansas City regional tournament, where selected entrepreneurs will compete for a shot at the global pitch event’s $1 million investment prize.

Startup World Cup opens bracket (and $1M prize) to KC startups; regional tournament this fall at CPKC Stadium

Ten Kansas City finalists are expected to compete this September for a spot in the world’s largest startup conference and pitch competition — pitting Heartland innovation against founders from more than 100 regions around the globe.