Roseville AI Startup Pitch Contest: $1,000 in Cash Prizes
Watch local entrepreneurs pitch AI startup ideas, compete for $1,000 in cash prizes, and get feedback from judges at Roseville Venture Lab.
Come watch local entrepreneurs pitch their AI business ideas and compete for $1,000 in cash prizes:
1st Place: $500
2nd Place: $250
Audience Selection: $250
As part of our December Roseville AI Workshop, aspiring founders and early-stage startups will present the problems they’re solving, how AI fits into their solutions, and how they plan to turn those ideas into businesses. Hear their pitches, listen to questions and feedback from the judges, and meet others interested in building with AI.
Whether you’re a business owner, aspiring entrepreneur, investor, or simply curious about AI, join us to:
See practical ways AI could solve real customer problems.
Learn what makes a promising business idea.
Connect with founders and members of the local business community.
Support entrepreneurs taking their next step.
You don’t need technical experience or a startup of your own to attend. Bring your curiosity and come cheer on the presenters.
Want to pitch?
We welcome applications from aspiring founders and early-stage startups, including those with ideas and prototypes. An incorporated company, funding, or revenue is not required. 6 finalists will be selected to present.
Apply to pitch:
https://forms.gle/ayswfSsbh6VBtqNq6
Agenda
6:00 – 6:30 PM — Networking, food, and beverages
6:30 – 7:30 PM — Startup Pitches
7:30 – 8:00 PM — Judge Selection
The free monthly AI for Business series is supported by the City of Roseville. Food and beverages are provided. Thank you to the Carlsen Center for providing the prize pot.
Date: Wednesday, December 2, 2026
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Location: Roseville Venture Lab, 316 Vernon Street, Ste #110
Cost: Free
Registration: Eventbrite
Thank You to Our Sponsors!
About the Roseville Venture Lab
The Roseville Venture Lab is open to the public and dedicated to strengthening local startup businesses, spurring job growth, and fostering a community of entrepreneurs through programs, events, partnerships, workforce development, and coworking space. For more information vist them at roseville.ca.us/VentureLab.
About the Carlsen Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
The Carlsen Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship serves as a premier regional hub for approachable startup education, mentorship, and community support in the Greater Sacramento area. Located on the Sacramento State campus inside the university library, it acts as an interdisciplinary launchpad designed to help students, faculty, alumni, and local community members bring their business or non-profit ideas to life.