The future is agentic—and it’s happening in Orange County.
Join Tech Coast Venture Network (TCVN) and presenting sponsor CloneForce for Survivor 13, a high-energy, radically inclusive startup pitch competition taking place during Octane’s OC Innovation Week.
Join them Wednesday, April 22 from 5:00PM to 9:00PM at The Cove at UC Irvine, 5270 California Ave #100, Irvine, CA 92617.
JUST ADDED: OC Startup Council CEO Scott Fox as a Judge for the Pitch Competition!
This year’s theme: Agentic AI—featuring founders building autonomous systems, multi-agent workflows, and the next generation of scalable AI platforms. We’re entering the era of the “1p1b” founder (one person, billion-dollar company), and this is where that future takes center stage.
What to Expect
Open Mic Lightning Pitches (FREE with ticket): Any attendee can pitch—no application required
Elimination-Style Competition: Top founders advance through 3 rounds
Agentic AI Focus: Autonomous workflows, multi-agent systems, and real execution-capable AI
Golden Skull Trophy + Prizes: Cash via Fund a Founder + $10K+ in services
Investors in Attendance: In collaboration with Born in California UC Demo Day & Innovators & Investors Forum
Who Should Attend
Founders building or exploring AI (especially Agentic AI)
Investors looking for the next breakout platform
Operators, engineers, and AI enthusiasts
Anyone looking to meet co-founders, customers, or capital
Built for Connection
Survivor 13 is designed to remove gatekeepers. Every ticket holder gets the opportunity to pitch, connect, and be seen.
If cost is a barrier, discounted and sponsored tickets are available through community partners.
Whether you're stepping up to the mic or scouting the next big idea, this is your chance to plug into the Agentic AI frontier—all in one night.
Save 50% off tickets with this promo code: AGENTIC50
Please register here to attend.
Thanks to Tech Coast Venture Network (TCVN) for offering this local startup event, the details, and the graphic!