Are you a woman leading a tech startup? Get ready for the Aurora Tech Award! It’s all about smashing barriers and championing equality in the tech world.
🚀 The Challenge: Women in tech face unique obstacles like investor bias and a lack of role models, but Aurora is here to change that. Did you know that only 2.3% of venture funding goes to women-led startups? Aurora’s mission is to uncover hidden gems among startups led by women and provide the support they need to shine.
Why Should You Apply?
- 💰 Cash Prizes: Win up to $30,000 to fuel your business growth.
- 🌐 Global Community: Connect with a network of women tech entrepreneurs worldwide.
- 🚀 Brand Visibility: Attract new audiences, partners, and investors with PR support for finalists.
- 💡 Expert Feedback: Get insights from Venture Capital experts and jury members to improve your startup.
- 👩🏫 Mentorship: Receive guidance from industry experts through Aurora’s finalist mentorship program.
- 🌟 Networking: Expand your network and gain recognition in the startup world.
How to Apply:
- Use Aurora’s template to showcase your startup’s achievements, challenges, details, and your prize plan.
- Fill out the application form on Aurora’s website.
- Attach your PDF presentation.
- Submit your application before December 1st. Good luck!
Requirements:
- Your startup should be founded or co-founded and led by a woman entrepreneur.
- Your startup should have received investments of $4 million or less, including the seed round.
- Your startup must be no more than 5 years old.
- You should have a functional prototype (no idea-stage startups, please).
Mark Your Calendar:
- September 5, 2023: Open Call
- December 1, 2023: End of Open Call
- January 31, 2024: Shortlist Announcement
- March 8, 2024: Ceremony and announcement of the winners
Aurora’s Partners: Aurora is working with Venture Capital Partners and Community Partners to create a supportive ecosystem for women entrepreneurs.
Interested in becoming a partner? Contact Aurora at aurora@auroratechaward.com.
Explore the Archive: Learn from the journey of Aurora’s previous participants and celebrate their accomplishments. Dive into the stories, meet the jury, and watch the award ceremony recordings.
Apply Here: Online Application Form
