Sponsorship

Support Emerging Entrepreneurs

Sponsoring Survivor XI gives early-stage founders the chance to compete for funding, gain real investor feedback, and refine their pitches in a high-stakes environment.

Your support fuels this competition, providing entrepreneurs with the resources, mentorship, and connections needed to turn their startups into fundable businesses.
VIew Sponsorship Opportunities

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Survivor XI SoCal Startup Pitch Competition by TCVN at the Cove at UCI Irvine as a part of OC Innovation Week
Tuesday, May 6, 2025, 5:00-9:00pm

All sponsorships include an exhibitor table, VIP tickets to Survivor, and promotion on all event marketing content.
Sponsor Survivor

Grand Prize Sponsor, $25,000
Feature your name and logo on the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place Grand Prize Giant Checks and Golden Skulls.

Swag Bag Sponsor, $10,000
Prominently display your logo on each swag bag, plus, custom branded items inside every swag bag.

Food Sponsor, $10,000
Highlight your brand at all food stations, directly supporting the event and attendees experience

Drink Sponsor, $10,000
Opportunity to feature a signature branded drink, ensuring your brand is in every toast and celebration

Microphone Sponsor, $5,000
Be seen on stage during each pitch. Design a custom microphone flag for maximum visibility during Survivor and in event photos of over 100 pitch contestants.

Lanyard Sponsor, $5,000
Design a custom lanyard for maximum visibility during Survivor.

Photo Booth Sponsor, $5,000
Design the branded photo printouts, ensuring your logo and message are in the hands of every guest as a lasting keepsake.

DJ Sponsor, $5,000
Take center stage with prominent recognition at the DJ booth, plus the opportunity to incorporate your logo and messaging into the DJ’s setup, shoutouts, and event experience.

Video Sponsor, $5,000
Your brand will be featured prominently in event video content, including logo placement on video overlays, credits, and shoutouts

Content Sponsor, $5,000
Your brand will be integrated into event coverage, including social media posts, videos, and live updates. This ensures your logo and messaging reach a wider audience through engaging, shareable content captured by our official content creators.

Exhibitor Booth, $2,500
Demo your product at Survivor. Showcase your services to over 200 founders and investors.

Community Partner, $500
Participate in Orange County's original startup pitch competition