September 24th, 2026

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Gradient is proud to host the Oklahoma Regional for the Startup World Cup 2026, a global pitch competition bringing together some of the most exciting emerging startups in the world. Ten innovative companies will compete for a chance to advance to the global finals—and one will walk away with the title.

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Powered by Pegasus Tech Ventures, the Startup World Cup is a global conference and competition that brings together the world's top startups, VC's, entrepreneurs and world-class tech CEO's.

Gradient is the official host of the Oklahoma regional competition on September 24th- and our winner will pitch live at the global competition in San Fran!

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What you get

when you win the Oklahoma regionals!

A chance to compete for the $1M Grand Prize

A professionally designed pitch deck

$5k cold hard cash towards your travel to San Francisco

Industry-expert mentorship leading up to your big pitch

Get Involved

Pitch, support, or join the audience!

Be a part of the world's largest startup competition,
happening right here in Tulsa.

Attend the Event

Join the audience!

Join fellow entrepreneurs, business leaders, and startup enthusiasts for an inspiring day of pitches, networking, and innovation. Whether you're an aspiring founder, investor, or supporter, this is the place to be.

Network with top startups, investors, and business leaders
Connect with local talent and potential collaborators
Celebrate Oklahoma’s thriving startup ecosystem

Become a Supporter

Limited Spots Available

Empower the next wave of entrepreneurs and fuel innovation in Oklahoma. Contribute through sponsorship, mentorship, and resources to support startups on their journey.

Contribute financially to the success of Startup World Cup and the founders it supports! Several sponsorship tiers available.
- Champion Sponsor- $5,000
- Visionary Sponsor- $2,500
- Celebration Sponsor- $5,000
- Launchpad Sponsor- $2,500
Volunteer your time to mentor the regional winner on their journey to the Grand Finale.

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Important Dates

August 3: Applications Open
August 20: Applications Close
September 3: Top 10 Announced
September 24: SWC Regionals @ Gradient
November 4: San Francisco Semi-Finals
November 6: San Francisco Grand Finale

How can a startup pitch at the Grand Finale?

Startup World Cup hosts 100+ regional events across North America, South America, Europe, Africa, Asia, and Australia. Each regional winner will fly to San Francisco to compete in the semi-finals!

What will the regional winning startups receive?

Startup World Cup will provide free event tickets to attend the Networking Party, and Grand Finale for the winning startup from each regional event. Gradient will provide $5k towards travel and 1:1 mentorship with industry experts.

What does the world champion get for winning the final competition?

The winner of the Grand Finale will receive US $1,000,000 prize in investment. It will either be in exchange for a portion of equity related to the most recent round of funding or a convertible note, depending on the size of the company and how much funding they have raised.

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What you get

Pitch, support, or join the audience!

Attend the Event

Become a Supporter

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Important Dates

How can a startup pitch at the Grand Finale?

What will the regional winning startups receive?

What does the world champion get for winning the final competition?

How many startups will be selected to compete in the Oklahoma regional event?

What type of startups can apply?

We have already raised some capital, are there any restrictions for applying?

Join the world's largest startup competition.

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What you get

Pitch, support, or join the audience!

Attend the Event

Become a Supporter

FAQs

Important Dates

How can a startup pitch at the Grand Finale?

What will the regional winning startups receive?

What does the world champion get for winning the final competition?

How many startups will be selected to compete in the Oklahoma regional event?

What type of startups can apply?

We have already raised some capital, are there any restrictions for applying?

Join the world's largest startup competition.

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