RenAIssance Hackathon: Builder Pass

​301 AD is a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization focused on cultivating the next era of entrepreneurs through AI literacy and Soft-skills development.

​Our RenAIssance Hackathon is a 2-day solo innovation challenge designed to help students bring business ideas to life using AI-accelerated development tools. Student participants will receive hands-on training in both technical and soft skills — from building an MVP to crafting a powerful pitch. Over one weekend, you’ll think like a founder, build like a creator, and walk away with the confidence to present your new idea to the world.

​This registration page is for any eligible student interested in participating & competing in the hackathon. If you are not a student, but still interested in attending Day 2 of the event as a guest, please register here: https://luma.com/c7wbuz5o

​Powered by 301 AD | Sponsored by Forward Law Group

​January 10–11, 2025 | Hero House Glendale | Limited to 15 seats — Apply by December 27

​Eligibility: High School — College Students
What to Bring: Laptop + Charger
Provided: Wi-Fi, Snacks/Meals, Workspace, Lovable Pro Accounts
Waivers: Photo/Video Release, Liability Waiver, Parental Consent for Minors

​Objective: Bring a unique business idea to life in 24-48 hours using AI-accelerated development tools.

​Outcomes

• ​Deployed MVP (web app) built using Lovable

• ​Pitch Deck

• ​3-minute pitch + 2-minute live demo

​Outline

​Session 1 — Ideation + Documentation
Idea/Discovery → PRD + MVP Deliverables

​Session 2 — Design + Development
Rapid Prototyping → Build using Lovable

​Session 3 — Marketing + Distribution
Customer Discovery → Go-to-Market Strategy

​Session 4 — Presentation + Pitch
Pitch Decks → Live Demo

​Awards

• ​💻 Lovable Pro Annual Subscription ($300 value)

• ​🌟 SmartGate VC Internship Opportunity

• ​💵 $100 Cash Prize (×3 winners)

• ​🏅 Recognition Awards & Certificates

​Schedule

​Saturday, January 10

• ​9:30-10:00am (Check-in)

• ​10:00-10:30am (Opening remarks)

• ​10:30-11:30am Session 1 (Ideation + Documentation)

• ​11:30-12:00pm (Lunch Time)

• ​12:00-2:00pm Session 2 (Design + Development)

• ​2:00-3:00pm Session 3 (Marketing + Distribution)  

• ​3:00-4:30pm Session 4 (Presentation + Pitch) 

• ​4:30-6:00pm (Work Time + Closing Session)

​Sunday, January 11

• ​3:30-4:00pm (Check-in) 

• ​4:00-4:30pm (Opening Remarks)

• ​4:30-5:30pm (Student Pitches/Demos)

• ​5:30-6:00pm (Judges Select Winners) 

• ​6:00-7:00pm (Closing Remarks + Networking)