This past Saturday, the Titan Student Union was filled with energy and innovation as more than 300 students from middle school, high school, and college competed in the 2025 Titan Fast Pitch Finals.
In just 90 seconds, these young innovators showcased creativity, courage, and the entrepreneurial spirit that defines our community. From technology to social ventures, every idea represented the bright future of entrepreneurship in Southern California.
2025 Titan Fast Pitch Winners
College/University Track
1st Place: Tyler Maher | University of California, Irvine
2nd Place: Julie Yun & Dhara Panchal | California State University, Fullerton
3rd Place: Daphnay Pino | California State University, Fullerton
High School Track
1st Place: Nolan Tran | Fountain Valley High School
2nd Place: Yuna Choi | Troy High School
3rd Place: Aiden Panaitescu | Oxford Academy
Middle School Track
1st Place: Eleanor Chatzipantsios | Florence Nightingale Middle School
2nd Place: Romina Sanchez & Ziyuan Zhao | Florence Nightingale Middle School
3rd Place: Sander Argabrite | Orange County School of Computer Science
Fan Favorite
Xavier Lopez | Oxford Academy
We extend our gratitude to U.S. Bank, our Diamond Sponsor, for their unwavering commitment to empowering young innovators and supporting entrepreneurial education. Special thanks to our Silver Sponsors, 10-8 Systems and Smart Tech Inc., and to our In-Kind Sponsors: Tech Coast Works, Master Key IP, College Ed Tech, Persuasive Business Plans, Cognitive Impact, Smart Tech Inc., New York Life Insurance, and the CSUF Startup Incubator.
We also thank our judges—Kate Le, Justin Sanders, Ritu A. Thakur, Ray Fuentes, and Dr. A. Cathleen Greiner—for their expertise and support, and the many mentors and volunteers who guided students throughout the competition.
Special recognition goes to Scott Taylor, Director of the Conrey Center for Entrepreneurship, for his leadership, and to Mayan Jiminez, who managed every aspect of the Titan Fast Pitch from start to finish with dedication and excellence.
Thank you to Woo Kim for sharing his entrepreneurial journey, to Ryan Do and Hikari Yoshioka for their volunteer support, and to event photographer Steven Goelman for capturing the energy and creativity of the day.
Congratulations once again to all participants, mentors, and supporters who helped make this year’s Titan Fast Pitch a success. Together, you continue to fuel the future of entrepreneurship.