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Techstars Startup Weekend — New Orleans

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About Event

Join Techstars Startup Weekend NOLA and Kickstart Your Entrepreneurial Journey!

Startup Weekend is a 54-hour experience where aspiring entrepreneurs from New Orleans and beyond meet, form teams, brainstorm ideas, receive mentorship, and pitch to a panel of judges.

It’s your chance to test a startup idea, build something real, and discover if the startup life is right for you — all in just one weekend!

Over 400,000 people across 150+ countries have participated in Startup Weekends, launching thousands of companies (some of which have become unicorns).

Who Should Attend:
Anyone curious about startups! Whether you're a student, working professional, or simply have an entrepreneurial spirit, Startup Weekend is for you. No prior idea needed — join a team or create one on the spot!


What to Expect:

  • Friday (Evening): Meet participants, form teams, and kick off your startup idea.

  • Saturday (Full Day): Ideate, validate your idea with customers, and get mentored by Techstars' network.

  • Sunday (Full Day): Finalize your solution and pitch to a panel of investors, entrepreneurs, and ecosystem leaders. Celebrate your progress with a networking event!

  • For additional information, consult the Techstars Startup Weekend FAQs:

Techstars Startup Weekend FAQS.pdf
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What You'll Get:

  • Meet fellow entrepreneurs, investors, and mentors from the NOLA startup ecosystem.

  • Form a team, test a startup idea, and experience building something from scratch.

  • Pitch to a panel of experts and get valuable feedback.

  • Meals, beverages, coffee, and snacks provided throughout the weekend.


What to Bring:

  • ​Laptop or portable computer

  • ​Power cord

  • ​Notepad and pen

  • ​Business cards or a digital app

  • ​Your phone (photos and videos are welcome!)

  • Optional: second monitor, keyboard, etc.

  • ​Most of all: bring your energy and an open mind!


Weekend Schedule:

Friday, May 16

  • 5:00 PM: Participant Arrival & Check-in

  • 6:00 PM: Welcome, Event Overview & Dinner

  • 7:00 PM: Pitches

  • 8:00 PM: Voting & Team Formation

  • 8:30 PM: Team Working Sessions

  • 11:00 PM: Wrap-up

Saturday, May 17

  • 8:30 AM: Participant Arrival & Breakfast

  • 9:00 AM: Team Working Sessions

  • 12:00 PM: Lunch

  • 1:00 PM: Team Working Sessions

  • 7:00 PM: Dinner

  • 8:00 PM: Team Working Sessions

  • 11:00 PM: Wrap-up

Sunday, May 18

  • 8:30 AM: Participant Arrival & Breakfast

  • 9:00 AM: Team Working Sessions

  • 12:00 PM: Lunch

  • 1:00 PM: Team Working Sessions

  • 5:00 PM: Pitch Competition

  • 7:00 PM: Dinner & Close Out

  • 8:00 PM: Wrap-up


Event Partners:

Brought to you by Techstars in collaboration with GNO, Inc. and local partners.


Global Sponsors:


Terms of Participation:

By attending, you consent to Techstars capturing photos/videos for marketing purposes. By registering, you agree to the Techstars Terms of Use, Privacy Policy, and Media Release Policy.

Questions? Contact privacy@techstars.com.

Location
Salon22
2407 Bienville St, New Orleans, LA 70119, USA
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