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This four-episode series takes viewers inside the high-stakes journey of six founders as they prepare to compete in the 2026 CodeLaunch U.S. Championship, where one startup is guaranteed a place in the CodeLaunch World Championship.


Premiering weekly throughout August, the series gives audiences an unfiltered look at what happens before founders step onto the competition stage. From product development and pitch preparation to personal sacrifices, unexpected challenges, and the relationships formed throughout the process, Next Founder Up captures the realities of building a startup under pressure.

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SEASON 1 (2026) - 4 EPISODES

August 5 | 12:00PM CT

Episode #01: The Draft

We introduce the six finalists as they begin their CodeLaunch journey and compete for their entry into the World Championship where a minimum of $50,000 is on the line.

August 12 | 12:00PM CT

Episode #02: The Build

The six founders push harder as the competition intensifies, refining their products, sharpening their pitches, and preparing to put it all on the line in front of a live audience on August 26th.

August 19 | 12:00PM CT

Episode #03: Road to the Stage

With Championship Day closing in, the six founders face their most critical decisions yet as pressure builds, emotions rise, and everything they’ve worked for hangs in the balance.

August 26 | 6:00PM CT

Episode #04: The Live Finale

The journey ends live. The founders take the stage at the US Championship and the audience decides who advances to the World Championship.

*2 WAYS TO WATCH

*There Are 2 Ways to Watch the Season Finale

1. For Free – Tune in on August 26th at 6:00PM CT and watch the full episode.

2. Voting Access – Audience members who purchase a Virtual Angel ticket will receive access to LaunchKings and will be eligible to vote and help determine the CodeLaunch US Champion.

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SEASON 2 (2027) - COMING DECEMBER 2027

The competition is getting bigger. Season 2 will follow startups across three regions: Canada, LATAM, and the USA, as they battle through regional events for a spot at the CodeLaunch World Championship. Where will the next global champion come from? Find out December 2027.

UPCOMING SHOWCASE EVENTS

CODELAUNCH CANADA 2026

TORONTO - SEPT 16TH, 2026

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GUADALAJARA - OCT 14TH, 2026

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WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP 2026

DALLAS - NOV 11TH, 2026

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CODELAUNCH ISFOR STARTUPS

CodeLaunch is the PERFECT startup accelerator competition for both first-time founders and experienced serial entrepreneurs. Thanks in part to our sponsors and partners, startups can apply to CodeLaunch for FREE and aren’t required to surrender ANY equity. All Finalists are matched with a professional software development team sponsor which builds a POC, Minimally Viable Product (in some cases), or advances existing product roadmaps. Finalists are then showcased on stage at the finale event to an audience of angel investors, VCs, entrepreneurs, and local ecosystem leaders. Learn more about how CodeLaunch is helping accelerate the startup community.

BENEFITS FOR STARTUPS

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STARTUP RESOURCES

Explore our upcoming startup competitions
Learn more about the rules for applying to and participating in the CodeLaunch startup competition
Find out more about the CodeLaunch applicant curation process
Discover the benefits of participating in the CodeLaunch startup competition

CODELAUNCH ISFOR INVESTORS

CodeLaunch provides an avenue for angel investors and venture capital funds to discover emerging technology-based startups eager to receive a funding series or investment. We curate thousands of applicants every year and only the “venturable” and technically viable startups make it into our Finalist round. Investors will not only have the opportunity to assess the finalist pitches and their digital products on stage, but will also be able to connect with our Finalists and other attending applicants at each event’s networking expo. CodeLaunch finalists may be any stage from Embryonic to Pre-Series A.

WHY INVESTORS SHOULD BE EXCITED

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INVESTOR RESOURCES

Discover the impact made by our previous CodeLaunch winners and Finalists
Learn more about the benefits of participating in CodeLaunch as an investor
Explore the official CodeLaunch Hall of Fame, featuring the elite startup organizations who have participated
Learn more about the CodeLaunch Fuel Fund and how investors can become involved

CODELAUNCH ISFOR PARTNERS

Few networking events draw the entrepreneurial crowd as much as CodeLaunch. With startup founders, investors, and technology professionals in attendance, CodeLaunch presents a unique opportunity for partners to expand their product or service awareness to our live audience and growing digital reach. Our CodeLaunch partners and sponsors can contribute in several ways, from financial support and donating in-kind services to event promotion and more. In return, CodeLaunch provides these valued partners with exhibit tables, event access, and digital marketing uplift to promote their brands and offerings.

BENEFITS FOR PARTNERS

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PARTNER RESOURCES

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ABOUTCODELAUNCH

CodeLaunch was founded in 2013 and serves to provide early-stage technology startups with access to the resources and tools they need to accelerate their trajectory toward MVP, seed funding, and beyond. Our competition is designed to educate founders on what it takes to attract and raise funding. Since our inception, CodeLaunch has helped accelerate over 120 finalists and has hosted 25 events (and counting) across the United States, Canada, and the LATAM Region. Whether you’re a startup founder, an investor, a potential sponsor, or just passionate about entrepreneurship, CodeLaunch offers something for everyone. Be sure to apply to or attend our next event to find out what CodeLaunch is all about! We’re the next generation in “Venturetainment” and “The Greatest Startup Show On Earth”!

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