The Showcase is where we show off your ideas. Each year, our team screens thousands of applicants to find the top 10 finalists who will pitch their startup ideas to a panel of investor judges. These finalists participate in a pitch competition for non-dilutive grants, making the stakes higher and the rewards greater.
You should definitely apply.
Team screens 1000s of applicants annually with help of our proprietary genAI tool, Ric
10 finalists pitch their startup ideas to a panel of investor judges
Cash Prize: finalists compete for non-dilutive grants
Mid-showcase VC Q&A:
finalists have opportunity to investor panel questions
Pre-showcase mentorship via mock board meeting with investors,
successful founders, and startup advisors
We take applications on a rolling basis! But your best bet is to apply at least 3 weeks before the upcoming showcase. Apply now!
Your application will be prioritized if:
Cox Enterprises has been actively engaged with the Atlanta start-up community since 2016 – solely focused on growing the quantity, quality, & success of entrepreneurs in Atlanta.
Start-up Runway has been key to our mission since the very beginning.
We want Atlanta recognized not only as the most diverse, but also the most inclusive ecosystem in the nation.
There are wide disparities in funding for women and people of color and we are intent on helping to close those gaps.
-Cox Enterprises Representative
