For 14 years, Startup Grind has been the leading global community for people building, working with, and investing in startups, with the Startup Grind Conference in Silicon Valley serving as the cornerstone of our community.

Now, we're thrilled to introduce Startup Mania—a new event in Miami designed to bring together top seed and Series A founders in a March Madness-style competition in an octagon. Not your typical pitch contest—where high-energy competition meets startup culture. Founders will battle it out in a pitch-off for the Championship title belt and a cash prize.

Apply now to be selected as one of the 64 competing startups, or get your Startup Mania tickets as an attendee or investor.

Join us and be at the center of this groundbreaking event, featuring panel sessions, VC quickfire pitch tables, private lunches, workshops, roundtables, a startup concert, an after-party, and much more.

Presented by HubSpot for Startups, and with the support of several other partners, we want to discover, connect, and boost the next companies changing the world through the power of our community. By sharing resources, providing access to new opportunities and showcasing the best startups in front of the thriving Miami Tech Ecosystem, and VCs from all around the world.

Let’s build meaningful relationships together! We’re bringing high-quality startups, investors, accelerators, and unparalleled content to create an unforgettable community experience. We hope you'll join us! #keepgrinding