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Startup Arena
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Pitch In 3 weeks

December
Wednesday
17:30–21:00 2026 · Los Angeles time

Startup Arena

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🎟️ How ticketing and pitching works:

To apply to pitch: deadline is September 18

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  • You will receive an application link in your confirmation email

To attend but not pitch:

  • Register for a ticket here

  • Enjoy the show!

🍿 Startup Arena in 3 Acts:

​🎙 Startup Pitches on-stage

  • Founder presentations

  • Expert, investor, and audience feedback

  • Prizes awarded for selected pitches

​🧠 Fireside Chat: Guest TBA soon

​🍕 Networking

  • 1-on-1 conversations with active investors

  • Meet the founders who just pitched

  • Refreshments and an open room to connect

Presented by Nerdstage

​​LA's largest and most active tech startup community.

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