SF FABA Startup Competition 2026

Step into the heart of innovation in SF! Feel the energy of entrepreneurship!

Join our FABA Startup Competition, where a select group of bold startups will take the stage to pitch their ideas and compete for your vote.

Meet inspiring founders, discover disruptive ideas, connect with VCs and industry leaders and  cast your vote for the startup shaping the future.

Two prizes will be awarded: the People's Choice Prize and the Jury’s Prize.

Whether you're an investor, founder, mentor, or tech enthusiast, this is your chance to connect with the next wave of trailblazing entrepreneurs.

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EVENT TIMELINE:
5:00-6:30 PM: Startup exhibition
6:30-7:30 PM: Pitching contest
7:30-8:30 PM: Networking & cocktail
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The FABA Startup Competition, taking place for the first time in both Los Angeles and San Francisco, is the first part of the French American Business Awards (FABA) ceremony on May 27 in SF.

More information here:https://www.thefaba.com/

Meet the competing startups in SF

Thank you to our Platinum sponsor

Thank you to our host

Thank you to our partners

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