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IAA MOBILITY
FOUNDERS
FIGHT
 


 thursday
11/09/25
4pm
 

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 IAA FOUNDERS FIGHT 2025 

Founders Fight – The toughest startup pitching competition in the universe!

 

What makes it so tough?
No screens, no slides, no safety nets – just founders, their words, and the will to win.

Each startup steps into the ring with an equal opponent. Only one will emerge victorious.
 

It’s battle rap meets pitch event – with the focus on fun, energy, and full audience involvement.

In this interactive format, the audience doesn't just watch – they decide who wins each round.
Just like in the real startup world, only one opinion matters: the market’s.

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Adding to the challenge, our expert jury throws "Haymaker Questions" at the founders, trying to sway the audience and shift the momentum.

 

Only one startup will conquer the crowd and earn the title:

 IAA FOUNDERS FIGHT CHAMPION 2025 

 No other pitch event electrifies the room like Founders Fight. 

STARTUPS

APPLY HERE

Become the main act of the event! 
Pitch your case and get feedback 
from an expert jury. 
Win over the audience, get visibility and industry-wide recognition. 

FAQ's are answered below and in the application process.

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PREMIUM STARTUP ENTERTAINMENT

startups faq

  • Who is eligible to apply?
    You must be an exhibiting startup at IAA MOBILITY 2025.
  • Is there a briefing or training beforehand?
    Yes - we will prepare you perfectly for the ring of startup champions. The Founders Fight Club organizes a briefing in which all questions are answered and best practices are highlighted.
  • How does this work?
    The Founders Fight format: 1st round - Both startups introduce themselves for one minute each. 2nd round - Startup in the red corner attacks blue corner 3rd round - Attack and defense alternate. Then the judges ask the "Haymaker" questions. Finally, the audience votes and decides the winner of the round: Winner-Winner-Chicken-Dinner!
  • Isn't that a bit aggressive?
    The tough questions are asked by visitors and jurors anyway, but they are often not asked due to politeness. The startup typically has perfect answers to critical questions, but is rarely given the opportunity to respond. This is different in this format and therefore much more entertaining. This means that even a non-startup-savvy audience can get into the format and form an opinion and, of course, take an interest in your startup.
  • What is the goal?
    To win in the finals and get fame & glory. The more important objective is to put your startup in the center of everyone's attention and secure as many new contacts as possible to help your startup thrive. Most importantly: Let's have fun!
  • How long are Pitches?
    One minute at a time. Then the debate-style follows.
  • Slides allowed?
    No, the winning Founder Fighters shine with debating skills and rhetorical ability.
  • How can I prepare?
    There is an extensive fighter briefing and provision of videos of previous fights. Preparation for the opponent is particularly important. You typically get your match-up with an opponent a week ahead.
  • Can I lose something?
    Our aim is always for all participating start-ups to look good and, above all, have fun. There are no losers, but only one new champ!
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