Race is On – Innovation Challenge Day

EVERYONE TO THE STARTING LINE!

Now is the time when we are no longer only talking about it, but the American dream begins for real – from Győr, with an alligator jumping into a racing car at the forefront! 🐊🏎️

THE Race is On – Innovation Challenge Day is not an average pitch competition.
It is an invitation to don't just think about it, but start doing it!.

If you would like to join as a participant or spectator only, to learn about the success stories of startups and be inspired, then you can register here.

👉 We are looking for Hungarian entrepreneurs who…

▪️​have a great idea or product,

▪️​are already preparing for the international market,

▪️​know how to present a compelling story in 3 minutes,

▪️​and are not scared of an American jury watching them.

THE track is open. THE gate has opened.The question is: are you going through it or just watching the others?

WHAT DOES THE COMPETITION OFFER?

This event is not just a show.
But a real springboard for those who are serious about conquering the American market.

THE USA Accelerator, Széchenyi István University, and our partners have joined forces to launch the first ever American-connected pitch competition In Győr, where you really have a chance to break out, connect, and take things to a new level.

THE best teams are not only applauded, but also supported:

🏆Grand Prize:

💡 Three occasions of preparatory consultations to enter the international market – offered by the MandoVentures . 
💡Participation in the May 2026 US Market Entry Boot camp In program – offered by the USA Accelerator .
💡 12 months old Soft Landing mentoring In Orlando – offered by the UCF Business Incubation Program . 
💡 HUF 500,000 travel grant – offered by the National Association of Entrepreneurs and Employers (VOSZ) . 

🎖️​Special Award:

💡12-month business mentorship in Daytona Beach – offered by our professional partners 

What you need to know to apply:

🔹Application period:
 May 16, 2025 – May 25, 2025 (until midnight)

🔗 Registration for the competition is closed! Thank you for your applications.

If you would like to participate as an attendee:

📌Location: Győr, Széchenyi István University – Innovation Park

📅​Date: June 6, 2025.

Detailed program description:

🔹9:45-10:15 – Arrival

🔹10:15-10:30 – Opening

🔹10:30-12:10 – Pitch presentations, jury questions

🔹12:45-13:15 – Announcement of results

Participation is free, but registration is required!

If you have any questions:
Feel free to write: info@usaaccelerator.com
Contact person: Edit Dukai