We understand that your traditional investor networking has been limited because of the pandemic. We want to make sure you're getting the exposure you deserve and access to funding and resources that will keep you going.

The Lightning Round is a fully online fast-pitch competition from Spark xyz together with Tech Coast Angels Los Angeles where top startups compete head to head for one of 5 spots at the final live event.

Top entrepreneurs compete for an audience with industry professionals, VC and Angel investors from renown groups like Tech Coast Angels. The winning pitch is also granted access to Spark xyz's benefit package worth over $500k.

Tech Coast Angeles Los Angeles (TCA LA) is a catalyst in helping build Southern California’s economy through its investment in early stage and startup-up companies. The distinguished group provides more than just money. With over 450 members, TCA LA brings connections, knowledge, mentoring and operational assistance to its portfolio companies.

Lightning Round is Sponsored by
HubSpot


This is an open application with no admissions requirements or fees.

Final online event: April 29th at 12:00am PST

All startups are welcome to apply!

To apply, create a venture profile for your startup. Complete or update your venture profile to the best of your ability and attach a pitch deck or any other useful documents.

Now you can use your venture profile to apply to Lightning Round! (Pro-tip: you can use this same venture profile to apply to all the great funding opportunities on Spark xyz!).

After 3 rounds of offline judging, the top 5 startups will be invited to pitch in front of a distinguished panel of investor and industry professionals.

The top 5 teams will be allotted exactly 3 minutes to present their fastpitch and 2 minutes for judge questions. Come prepared to utilize your spotlight to the max!

The online pitch will take place on Zoom.

Click here for General Audience Registration 

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Exclusive Sparkxyz $500k Perks package

Exposure to a network of Angels, VC's, and Family Offices for potential funding!