Tulsa Startup World Cup at Gradient

​Startup World Cup is one of the world’s largest startup competitions, with 100+ regional events leading to a Global Finale in San Francisco. Regional winners compete for the opportunity to receive a $1 million investment from Pegasus Tech Ventures.

​Gradient is hosting the Tulsa Regional Competition on September 24, 2026, the same day as Chroma. Ten startups will pitch live, and one will advance to the Global Finale in San Francisco.

​Startups in any industry and at any stage are encouraged to apply. Applicants must be a legal business entity, but there are no fundraising or location restrictions. Applications are free.

​The Tulsa winner will receive:

• ​Entry to the Startup World Cup Global Finale, November 4–6, 2026

• ​$5,000 travel stipend from Gradient

• ​Two Global Finale tickets

• ​Complimentary Gradient Membership

• ​Executive leadership experience with Hogan Assessments

• ​Press and marketing exposure

​Key Dates
August 20: Applications close
September 3: Top 10 announced
September 24: Tulsa Regional Competition at Gradient

​Please note: Submitting this form does not confirm your attendance. We’ll follow up by email with the application to pitch or, for attendees, final registration details.