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If you’re starting or growing a new business in Monterey, San Benito, or Santa Cruz counties, Startup Challenge will provide you with the tools and expert guidance you need to turn your ideas into reality. 

Apply NOW for your chance to participate in Startup Challenge 2022 and compete for CASH prizes! Students, founders, activists, and artisans are welcome! 

Startup Challenge Monterey Bay is a regional business competition and acceleration program for aspiring entrepreneurs in Monterey, San Benito, and Santa Cruz counties. It is a competitive acceleration process that teaches, coaches, mentors, networks, and connects entrepreneurs to the knowledge and resources they need. Prospective entrepreneurs, startups, emerging companies, and students showcase and develop their business concepts while competing for CASH prizes.

Get your applications in! Space is limited

Application Deadline: March 7, 2022, at 11:59 PM PST