Applications Now Open for Blue Startups Cohort 17!

Applications are OPEN!

Blue Startups Cohort 17 applications are now open! Blue Startups has a proven track record of empowering early-stage startups, providing them with invaluable resources, mentorship, and access to a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem.

12 week intensive program (July 14 – October 3)

A network of more than 250 mentors reaching from Asia to Silicon Valley

One-on-one assigned lead mentor based on sector experience

Up to $250,000 in direct investment

Access to 400+ investor network

Don’t miss this opportunity to join Blue Startups Ohana as part of Cohort 17!

Deadline for applications is April 21st.

Cohort 17 Application

Founders Mixer Events

Interested in applying for Blue Startups Cohort 17 or looking for a cofounder to build your startup with? Join us for our Founders Mixer event on your island! Learn more about Blue Startups Cohort 17, pitch your idea, startup, or skill and network with your startup community.

Pau hana with pupu’s and drinks.

Maui Founders Mixer

Sunday, March 9

4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Maui Economic Development Board Malcolm Center

Kona Founders Mixer

Tuesday, March 18

5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

NELHA Hale Iako

Oahu Founders Mixer

Thursday, March 20

5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Entrepreneurs Sandbox

Kauai Founders Mixer

Thursday, March 27

5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Location TBD

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Last Chance to Register

Blue Startups accelerator program is coming to Maui THIS WEEKEND March 7-9!

The startup bootcamp is sponsored by the Hawaii Technology Development Corporation and the Maui Economic Development Board and is FREE to attend.

There are a few spots left! Sign up today!

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Call for Volunteers

PACE is celebrating the 25th anniversary of the UH Venture Competition, sponsored by American Savings Bank! To mark this milestone, the grand prize has increased to $25,000, with over $100,000 in cash and prizes available. They are still looking for Round 2 judges and coaches to help shape the next generation of Hawai’i’s entrepreneurs.

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