The most coveted startup competition in the world.
€1,000,000 INVESTMENT
At Slush 2024, the winner of Slush 100 gets an equity investment from the leading early-stage funds in Europe: General Catalyst and Cherry Ventures.
These world-class funds have backed exceptional companies like Stripe, Airbnb, Flix, and Auto1.
HANDS-ON MENTORING FROM INDUSTRY LEADERS
The startups accepted into the top 20 get hands-on sparring sessions with company founders and mentoring from experts within the startup ecosystem. Last year this included a pitch deck workshop from Harry Stebbings of 20VC.
WHO'S ELIGIBLE TO BE PART OF SLUSH 100?
Any startup that has been incorporated during or after 2021 and has raised less than €2,000,000 in equity fundraising can apply. The funds are looking for startups from Europe and North America.
PARTNERING VC FUNDS
CHERRY VENTURES
Cherry Ventures is Europe’s leading early-stage venture capital company. Their every decision is guided by a single principle: founders first. Cherry Ventures is partnering with Slush 100 for the first time in 2024.
GENERAL CATALYST
General Catalyst supports founders with a long-term view who challenge the status quo, partnering with them from seed to growth stage and beyond to build companies that withstand the test of time. GC has been a proud partner of Slush 100 since 2022.
TIMELINE
2024
FAQ
Who can apply?
Any startup that has been incorporated during or after 2021 and has raised less than €2,000,000 in equity fundraising can apply. The funds are looking for startups from Europe and North America.
What is the main prize?
The winner of the Slush 100 competition gets a €1,000,000 equity investment from Cherry Ventures and General Catalyst.
When is the deadline to apply?
Applications open on August 5. The deadline for applications is September 6.
How do I apply?
You can apply by creating a company profile and submitting a startup application on the Slush Platform. Once you have submitted a startup application you need to apply for Slush 100 on the Startup Activities page on the Slush Platform.
Make sure your company profile is up-to-date and that you’ve attached a pitch deck.
How do I know if my startup has already applied for the competition?
On the Startup Activities page on the Slush Platform, you should be able to see text letting you know that the Slush Team “has registered your company to this activity” next to the “Apply” button.
Do I need to have a ticket to Slush to apply?
You do not need a ticket to Slush 2024 to apply for Slush 100. However, if chosen for the top 100, you will have to purchase a Slush 2024 Startup Pass to take part in the rest of the competition. Slush 2024 takes place in Helsinki, Finland on Nov 20—21.
Who chooses the winner?
The initial top 100 are chosen by the Slush team. After this, Cherry and General Catalyst’s investors choose the top 50, top 20, top 3, and the final winner.
Due diligence processes will be present throughout the entire competition process becoming increasingly comprehensive towards the final winner announcement.
What is the process like for the competition?
Applications will be used to pick the top 100, pitch decks to pick the top 50, and online pitch videos to pick the top 20. After that, the semifinal will be hosted on the Startup Stage at Slush, followed by the legendary final on the Slush Founder Stage.
Terms & Conditions of the investment
The investment is subject to closing the due diligence and customary background checks.
More info
Have any questions? Reach out to the [email protected] email.
WINNER OF SLUSH 100 IN 2023
Faircado received a €1,000,000 investment prize in 2023 for their browser extension solution that finds second-hand alternatives for the products you want to buy. They’ve now raised €3M in total.
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