There are just a few days left until the deadline for applications to participate in Slush 100, the main startup competition held as part of Slush 2025, which will take place in Helsinki on November 19-20.
Over 1,000 startups applied last year. Only 100 created the cut. This year, Slush 100 -the flagship competition of Europe’s largest startup event—is on track to break that record, with just 7 days left to apply, as August 26th is the last day to register your startup.
Slush 100 is more than just a pitch competition: it’s the gateway for early-stage founders to step into the spotlight and capture the attention of global investors, media, and operators.
How to qualify:
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- Founded in 2022 or later
- Raised less than €2 million
- Based in Europe or North America
If that’s you, this is your chance to scale quicker and obtain discovered.
Why apply?
- The Top 20 startups pitch live in front of more than 13,000+ investors, operators, and media at Slush.
- General Catalyst and Cherry Ventures will back this year’s winner with €1,000,000 in equity funding.
- Beyond funding, Slush 100 offers peer-to-peer sparring, mentorship, and an unmatched founder support network.
Ecosystem and scaleup passes have already sold out, highlighting the momentum behind this year’s edition. APPLY HERE
TIMELINE
Aug 5 – Applications open
Aug 26 – Applications close
Sep 1 – The Top 100 is chosen
Sep 7 – The Top 100 submit pitch decks
Sep 22 – The Top 50 is chosen
Oct 5 – The Top 50 submit pitch videos
Oct 20 – The Top 20 semifinalists are chosen
Nov 18 – Learning session for the Top 20 semifinalists & a celebratory dinner for the semifinalists and funds
Nov 19 – Semifinal on Startup Stage, The Top 3 finalists are chosen
Nov 20 – Final on Founder Stage, the winner of Slush 100 is announced
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