Founders Live Columbus

The ultimate entrepreneurial experience and pitch competition returns to Columbus!

About this Event


Founders Live Columbus returns with a special edition welcoming the founder of Founders Live!

Join us for an incredible evening…

Founders Live is an unforgettable happy hour competition sweeping the globe.

5 founders

99-second pitches

4 minutes audience Q&A

YOUR VOTES decide the winner!

So bring your friends and coworkers, grab some food and drink, get to know your local entrepreneurs and vote for what you think will be the next big thing... built in Ohio.

Know someone who should attend?

Starring

SJ Barakony as the city leader

Welcoming the founder of Founders Live, Nick Hughes, as our special guest while on his 2025 tour of the USA!

Competing Startups and Founders

TBA

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Agenda

6:00 pm - Networking and Happy Hour

7:00 pm - Announcements, Sponsors and Pitch Competition

8:00 pm - Networking and Happy Hour

Winners

The Founders Live winners package includes:

• The with over $1,000,000 in cash savings on 100+ essential apps and services for startups
• An appearance in the Founders Live Prime Time regional qualifiers with a chance to advance to our Prime Time global event in the fall.

Our Partners



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Enter the Prime Time Pitch Challenge!

This is your chance to share your story in a 99-second pitch video.

Prizes start at 99 votes.

Top-voted founders compete live in our Prime Time global tournament this fall!

What do you need help with?

Nick will connect you directly to a partner who can help.

Do something great for someone else today

Tell them to attend an event, pitch their startup, or even lead a Founders Live city.

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