Philadelphia Open Innovation Tournament 2025

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​Get ready to supercharge your next big idea at the Philadelphia Open Innovation Tournament, October 25–26 at the historic Racquet Club of Philadelphia. Over two high‑octane days, 200 innovators will sprint through rapid‑fire ideation, AI‑powered prototyping, and one‑minute pitches—culminating in a private Day 2 finale for the top 7. Whether you’re a solo founder, a startup team, or simply passionate about solving real‑world problems, this is your chance to shine in front of leading investors, mentors, and Philly’s most influential innovators.

​Why You Can’t Miss It:

• ​🏆 $100K in AWS Activate cloud credits to build, test, and scale

• ​💸 $25K seed investment courtesy of NextFab Ventures

• ​📈 Free incorporation & legal support from Gust Launch

• ​🚀 5-team startup acceleration with Gust Mission Control mentorship

• ​🤝 Exclusive introductions to Philadelphia’s top VCs & angels

• ​🍻 Happy‑Hour wristband option for post‑pitch networking over drinks

​Who Should Attend

• ​Aspiring entrepreneurs looking for feedback and funding

• ​Developers, designers & product managers ready to collaborate

• ​Students & educators focused on Greentech, EdTech, Healthcare, LegalTech, or SportsTech

• ​Startup veterans hunting for their next big breakthrough

​Weekend Flow

• ​Sat 10 AM–12 PM – Ideation sprint & AI‑powered rapid prototyping

• ​Sat 12 PM–1 PM – Lunch + “From Idea to Business” masterclass

• ​Sat 1 PM–5 PM – One‑minute pitches & participant voting

• ​Sat 5 PM–7 PM – Happy‑Hour with open bar 🍻

• ​Sun 10 AM–2 PM – Finalist pitches (invite‑only)

• ​Sun 5 PM – Winners announced

​Ready to Compete?

​Secure your spot today and join Philadelphia’s brightest for a weekend of innovation, collaboration, and high‑stakes pitching.