200
Regional champions competing at the Grand Finale
$1M
Investment prize awarded to the global winner
1 week
Full immersion in the Silicon Valley ecosystem
A week built to open doors, not just watch pitches
Beyond the Grand Finale itself, the delegation is designed to put you directly in front of the people and places that matter in Silicon Valley.
Two moments not to miss
On top of the Grand Finale itself, two events during the week are built for direct connection — reserve your spot for each.
VC Connect
Structured 10-minute 1:1 meetings between startups and US VCs, matched to your stage and investment thesis. Limited spots, by registration only.
Networking Drinks
Kick off Grand Finale week with the wider delegation and local ecosystem — opening panel, then cocktail networking into the evening.
The week, day by day
An indicative schedule — exact timings are shared with the group closer to departure.
Departure from Paris or Sydney
Flight to San Francisco with the group — departing from Paris or Sydney depending on your itinerary.
Arrival & check-in
Landing in San Francisco, transfers, hotel check-in.
Silicon Valley Day
Plug and Play, Google, Stanford University and Apple Park.
VC Connect & mentor sessions
1:1 investor meetings, partner sessions, and the SWC Semi-Finals.
Startup World Cup Grand Finale
Three days at the Hilton Union Square, capped with the Networking Party.
Return flight
Departure back to Paris or Sydney.
Two way to join
Choose the program on its own, or let us handle your flights and hotel too.
- Silicon Valley Day
- Mentor & partner sessions
- VC Connect — 1:1 meetings with US VCs
- Networking event access
- 3-day Grand Finale access (Nov 4–6)
Meet the finalists making the trip
Regional champions from France, Morocco, Australia and Belgium — plus a cohort of startups joining the delegation from outside the competition.
Backed by
The delegation is made possible with the support of our partners.
Ready to bring your startup to San Francisco?
Spots are limited — reach out and we'll walk you through the details and get you on the list.
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