12 Finalists Named for Harvard Alumni Entrepreneurs Regional Startup World Cup
Top Venture Will Represent Harvard Alumni Entrepreneurs at Global Finale for $1 Million Prize

Harvard Alumni Entrepreneurs (HAE) is proud to announce the 12 startup finalists selected to compete in the Harvard Regional Startup World Cup, taking place on September 12 , 2025, at the Martin Conference Center at Harvard Medical School. The winner of the Regional will go on to represent our community at the Startup World Cup Global Finale in San Francisco, where a $1 million investment prize is at stake.

The finalists were selected from a highly competitive pool of 120 applicants from 20 countries. Over several rounds of judging, including live pitch sessions, the ventures were evaluated on innovation, scalability, market traction, and founder strength. Each finalist is founded or co-founded by a Harvard alum and reflects the university’s deep commitment to global impact and entrepreneurial excellence.