Competition Details
C-ElevateHer
C-ElevateHer provides prize money to tech-inspired, women-led businesses. But it's not just about the money — it's about building durable connections. Founders connect with seasoned tech founders and investors who have built, scaled, and sold companies before. This competition champions the next generation of women redefining what's possible in technology.
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Key Dates
Applications Open
Wednesday, January 6, 2027
Application Deadline
Sunday, March 7, 2027
Semi-Finalists Announced
Thursday, April 15, 2027
Finalists Announced
Tuesday, June 1, 2027
Pitch Day
Sunday, August 15, 2027
Eligibility
Women founders with controlling equity in a tech-enabled startup
- -Founder must identify as a woman with more than 10% controlling equity
- -Team of minimum 2 members
- -Maximum 2 teams per participant (lead member limited to 1 team)
- -Must be 18 years or older and of legal age in their jurisdiction
- -Startup Stage track: less than $1,000,000 raised in total dilutive funding
- -Employees and immediate family of C-Tribe Society are not eligible
Cash Prizes
$20,000 CADTotal Prize Pool
1st Place$10,000
2nd Place$5,000
3rd Place$3,000
Runner-Up (x4)$500 each
Judging Criteria
Target market size and positioning against competitors30%
Identification of problem and effectiveness of solution20%
Strategies for customer acquisition, distribution, and revenue generation20%
Team quality and experience20%
Overall application clarity and persuasiveness10%
Pitching Tips
Preparing to pitch at C-ElevateHer? Here’s what judges are looking for and how to make your 5 minutes count.
Past Judges
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