Launch Startup Competition
- What is Launch?
- What are the eligibility requirements for companies applying to the 2020 Launch Competition?
- Who would benefit from participating in Launch?
- Is there an application fee to submit to Launch?
- Can I submit an application to another SXSW pitch event as well as Launch?
- Can I submit an application to the Amazon Alexa Challenge as well as Launch?
- Should my company create a video about our product or service for the online application process?
- How many products / services can I submit to Launch?
- What is the selection process for Launch finalists?
- When will Launch applicants be notified on the status of their submission?
- What do Launch finalists receive?
- I was not accepted as a 2020 Launch finalist. May I get a refund for my application fee?
- What if I am not selected as a Launch Competition finalists, but would still like to attend the SXSW EDU?
- When is the application deadline?
- What about my intellectual property?
- If I am selected, what type of coaching for the live competition will I receive?
- Who are the Launch judges?
- Will I have an opportunity to demo my company's product / service during SXSW EDU?
- What AV equipment will be available to me during my presentation?
- Can Launch finalists participate in sessions at SXSW EDU in addition to the Launch competition?
- Can I talk about fundraising in my presentation?
- Can I video record my presentation?
- Where can I find a press list for SXSW EDU?
- How many winners will there be?
- What will the Launch winner receive?
- What are SXSW EDU policies regarding refunds, credentials, and the terms and conditions? PLEASE READ!
- Still have questions?