This past Saturday marked the culmination of excitement and innovation as the Titan Fast Pitch competition reached its thrilling finals at the Titan Student Union on the radiant Cal State Fullerton campus. With a vibrant audience of over 100 attendees, the event showcased the remarkable pitches of finalists hailing from middle schools, high schools, and universities. Each student faced the challenge of condensing their entrepreneurial dreams into a compelling 90-second pitch, followed by a volley of questions from discerning judges.

The atmosphere buzzed with anticipation as the aspiring entrepreneurs presented their ideas, demonstrating a diverse range of creativity and ambition. From cutting-edge technology solutions to socially impactful ventures, the pitches were a testament to the entrepreneurial spirit flourishing on campus.

After the last pitch echoed through the venue, the judges convened to determine the winners. Tensions ran high as participants and spectators eagerly awaited the moment of truth. The announcement of the winners brought forth cheers, applause, and an overwhelming sense of accomplishment. The event not only celebrated the victorious pitches but also highlighted the collaborative spirit and innovative thinking fostered by Titan Fast Pitch.

As the winners basked in their well-deserved glory, the competition left an indelible mark on the participants and the audience, inspiring a new wave of entrepreneurial zeal. Titan Fast Pitch continues to be a beacon for fostering creativity and ambition, shaping the future leaders and trailblazers of tomorrow.

Winners

University

First Place: Rohan Kunchala, Alan Cortez & Cesar Rojas with Bag/Get | California State University, Fullerton

Second Place: Robert Ludwick with Tipsy Lid | California State University, Fullerton

Third Place: Dillon Swim with College Express | California State University, Fullerton

Fourth Place: Michael Butorac with Sketchy Places | California State University, Fullerton

High School

First Place: Elijah Spessert with Solar Pure Water Purification System | Oxford Academy

Second Place: Zoey Bahng with Open Lid Collective | Troy High School

Third Place: Tiana Zhang, Noelle Wu, & Avery Yang with Grounded | Valencia High School

Fourth Place: Tavin Nguyen with Mobile Solar Powered Hotspot | Oxford Academy

Middle School

First Place: Owen Holte & Joseph Martin with Teddy Bear Hot Chicken | McFadden Institute of Technology

Second Place: Camden Cosme & Cian Cosme with Playing More Ball | Santiago Charter Middle School

Third Place: Eleanor G. Chatzipantsios with Wonder Realm | Florence Nightingale Middle School

Fourth Place: Anthony Chavez with Blaze Ball | Florence Nightingale Middle School

Most Original Business Concept

Nelly Tian | University of Southern California

Scholarships

College/University Scholarships

1st Place: $3,000 Cash Scholarship

One Hour with intellectual property attorney Justin Sanders ($300 value)
Residency at CSUF Startup Incubator ($5,000 value)
One Month 24/6 marketing consulting and Five Session “CWM Mentor Secrets to Success” mentee coaching course with College Web Mentor CEO Rudy Chavarria ($4500 value)
One Hour consultation with entity formation attorney Stephen LaCount ($350 value)
One Hour session with SEO Consultant Jason Khoo ($750 value)

2nd Place: $2,000 Cash Scholarship

3rd Place: $1,500 Cash Scholarship

One Hour with intellectual property attorney Justin Sanders ($300 value)Residency at CSUF Startup Incubator ($5,000 value)
One Month 24/6 marketing consulting and Five Session “CWM Mentor Secrets to Success” mentee coaching course with College Web Mentor CEO Rudy Chavarria ($4500 value)
One Hour consultation with entity formation attorney Stephen LaCount ($350 value)