Question 1

What is a Startup Sprint?

Accepted Answer

Startup Sprint is an immersive weekend event open to the entire community! In this exciting three-day competition, participants will work in teams to develop, prototype, and pitch their ideas.

Question 2

Do I need to have an idea?

Accepted Answer

No! Think of this event as a hackathon for aspiring entrepreneurs. You will work in teams to come up with a business idea.  Everyone is invited to participate, no matter what level of experience you may have.

Question 3

What does the $20 registration cost include?

Accepted Answer

Your registration fee includes meals and snacks during the weekend, and a tote bag.

Question 4

Do I have to commit to the entire weekend?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we ask that participants commit to the entire weekend to ensure that you are being a good teammate/business partner to your team.

Question 5

Can I pitch an idea that I, or a team, have already built out?

Accepted Answer

No, we are ask that individuals pitch new ideas to ensure that each team begins at the same starting point.

Question 6

Do I need to come with a team?

Accepted Answer

No! Participants will coalesce to form teams around the business idea that excites them most.

Question 7

What’s the prize?

Accepted Answer

At the end of the competition, teams will pitch their ideas to judges. The winning team will win $1,000, with additional monetary prizes for 2nd and 3rd place! In true New Orleans style, we will end with a celebratory event.

Tulane University Innovation Institute Startup Sprint