- Titans and the Brave
Pitch live on stage to a panel of investors. Walk away with investor meeting, funding, and/or prizes.
Join 100+ startups in front of 50+ investors, 400+ attendees, and the entire Cypriot ecosystem. June 26-27, 2026 in Limassol, Cyprus.
What is Titans and the Brave?
Titans and the Brave is StartupCon Europe’s flagship pitch competition, “a Shark-Tank-style” showdown where 8 selected startups (Braves) pitch live on the Arena Stage in front of investors (Titans), founders, and 400+ attendees.
Each founder gets 5 minutes to pitch, followed by Q&A from our panel of Titans”, active investors ready to deploy capital. If the Titans like what they see, they’ll make a pledge for a follow-up meeting or offer direct investment on the spot.
This isn’t a pitch for feedback. It’s a pitch for funding and prizes.
What's at Stake
Investment Pledges
Titans commit to follow-up meetings with startups they’re interested in. A guaranteed face time with active investors.
Direct Investment
If a Titan loves what they see, they can make an investment offer on the spot and follow up after the event.
Cash/Service Prizes
Winners receive cash prizes plus services from our partners to help accelerate growth. Details coming soon.
Exposure
All 8 finalists get featured on our website, social media, and event materials. The winner is featured in our aftermovie and post-event press release.
Who Should Apply
Titans and the Brave is for startups who are ready to raise and can deliver a compelling pitch under pressure.
You’re a good fit if:
You have an MVP or live product
You have early traction (users, revenue, or pilots)
You're actively raising or planning to raise in 2026
You can attend in person in Limassol on April 4, 2026
You can pitch confidently in English
Who Are the Titans?
The Titans are active investors (VCs, angels, and fund manager) who are looking for their next deal. They’re not here to give feedback. They’re here to find startups worth backing.
Titan profiles include:
Venture capital partners
Active angel investors
Family office representatives
Accelerator and fund managers
How It Works
Apply
Submit your application with your pitch deck. We’ll review all submissions and select 8 finalists.
Prepare
Selected startups receive a briefing pack with format details, timing, and stage requirements.
Pitch
Take the Arena Stage on April 4. You have 5 minutes to pitch, followed by Q&A from the Titans.
Get Results
Titans will either pledge a follow-up meeting, make a direct investment offer, or pass. No maybes, just real outcomes.
Titan lineup to be announced soon.
Request to be a
Pitching Startup
Pitch your startup in front of investors, and hundreds of attendees, and a live judging panel in our Shark Tank-style competition on June 26-27, 2026. Six finalists will get 5 minutes on the main stage to pitch, followed by Q&A from our investor judges. Winners receive cash prizes, investor meetings, and media exposure. Applications close March 15, 2026.