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️🔥We are the world’s largest startup community. Our mission is to give startups everywhere the education and opportunities they need to build, grow, and scale their companies. We believe in making friends, not contacts. We believe in giving first, not taking. We believe in helping others before helping yourself. Our community is the most unique, spanning hundreds of regions, from San Diego to Singapore. There's room for everyone, from every walk of life, in every stage. Whether you're a VC, entrepreneur, business, or startup enthusiast, we're connecting everyone in the startup ecosystem to help them reach their goals.
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OpenClassrooms is a social impact B Corporation that offers a free apprentice staffing service for local, hybrid apprentice roles at $25/hr in IT, Data, Python, Cybersecurity, and Digital Marketing all across California and the US.
OpenClassrooms also offers free online mentorship and upskilling training programs to your staff - funded by federal and state grants.
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22 ene 2026
In-Person Event
🔥THE PITCH PIT🔥 Pitch Practice and Feedback for Founders
🔥 THE PITCH PIT 🔥Pitch Practice and Feedback for FoundersWelcome to The Pitch Pit—a no-fluff, high-energy pitch practice...
20 feb 2026
In-Person Event
Startup Grind Pitch Battle Royale: Carlsbad
🚀 Pitch Battle Royale is a high-energy, international pitch competition for early-stage startups that spotlights bold founders and innovative ideas through live pitching, expert feedback, and multi-stage advancement — all culminating in the chance to be crowned champion and gain meaningful exposure. Learn more at PitchBattleRoyale.com
25 feb 2026
Virtual Event
Startup Grind Pitch Battle Royale: Semi-Finals Competition
🚀 Pitch Battle Royale is a high-energy, international pitch competition for early-stage startups that spotlights bold founders and innovative ideas through live pitching, expert feedback, and multi-stage advancement — all culminating in the chance to be crowned champion and gain meaningful exposure. Learn more at PitchBattleRoyale.com.
4 mar 2026
Virtual Event
Startup Grind Pitch Battle Royale: Finals Competition
🚀 Pitch Battle Royale is a high-energy, international pitch competition for early-stage startups that spotlights bold founders and innovative ideas through live pitching, expert feedback, and multi-stage advancement — all culminating in the chance to be crowned champion and gain meaningful exposure. Learn more at PitchBattleRoyale.com.
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This is Startup Grind. We are the world’s largest startup community.
Our Mission
To give startups everywhere the education and opportunities they need to build, grow, and scale their companies.
Our Values
We believe in making friends, not contacts. We believe in giving first, not taking. We believe in helping others before helping yourself.
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