The Aurora Tech Award 2025: Empowering Women Tech Founders

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Are you a woman founder of a tech startup ready to take your business to the next level?

The Aurora Tech Award is a global competition designed to recognize and support exceptional women tech founders. Created and supported by inDrive, this prestigious award offers a $85,000 prize fund and a host of other benefits.

Requirements:

To be eligible for the Aurora Tech Award, your startup must:

  • Be founded or co-founded and led by a woman.
  • Have a functional prototype of your product.
  • Have raised less than $4 million in funding (including the seed round).
  • Be less than 5 years old.

Benefits:

  • $85,000 prize fund: The top 5 winners will receive substantial financial support to fuel their growth.
  • Professional insights: Gain valuable knowledge and skills through our educational program.
  • Networking opportunities: Connect with other women in tech and build lasting relationships.
  • Cash prizes for an extended winners list: Even if you don't make it to the top 5, you still have a chance to win a cash prize.

Application Timeline:

  • Open call start: September 2, 2024
  • Open call end: November 21, 2024
  • Pre-selection process: December 20, 2024
  • Longlist announcement: December 20, 2024
  • Middle list announcement: January 20, 2025
  • Shortlist announcement: February 26, 2025
  • Winners announcement: Spring 2025
  • Mentorship program for finalists: Spring 2025

Don't miss this opportunity to showcase your talent and receive the support you need to succeed.

Apply Now