Startup Weekend Marlborough
Why do I have to choose a role?
A startup needs different types of people and skills to make the company successful. You need thinkers, doers.
Everyone who attends the event is expected to come without a team and then join and participate with a team at the event. Each team can consist of a maximum of eight people.
Why does a ticket cost $79?
As you might imagine, organising an event costs money. Luckily, there are sponsors and support from Marlborough businesses (including Marlborough District Council) which helps keep the ticket costs down.
For the ticket price of $79 you get:
- Dinner on Friday, Saturday and Sunday
- Breakfast and lunch on Saturday and Sunday
- Free drinks the whole weekend (Soft drinks, coffee, tea)
- The best coaches / Mentors in Marlborough
- A weekend filled with fun, surprises and new friends.
Do I have to participate in all three days?
Everyone who participates in the event is expected to be present all weekend. Your team will be depending on you and your skills. Feel free to contact us with any concerns about the event. You are of course free to leave the event if you don't want to continue. But please discuss it with your team first and inform the organisers.
Can I pay at the door?
No, it is not possible to pay at the door. If you are not able to buy a ticket on Eventbrite, please contact Startup Weekend Marlborough, so that they can rectify this: info@marlboroughstartup.co.nz
Do I have to pitch an idea to join Startup Weekend Marlborough?
It is not necessary to pitch an idea to join Startup Weekend Marlborough. But we highly encourage you to! You can pitch an idea you've been thinking about for years, or something you think of at the last minute during the event.
Please don't pitch an idea that you've already been developing or have been working on outside of Startup Weekend. The point of the event is to learn how to go from ideation to product.
Pitching provides invaluable practice for public speaking. You won't regret pitching, but might regret not pitching.
What should I bring for an in-person event?
- Laptop/Portable Computer
- Power cord for Laptop
- Notepad and pen
- Business cards (or a business card app)
- Your phone - feel free to take pictures or video of the event
- Lots of energy!
Questions?
Simply email Startup Weekend Marlborough: info@marlboroughstartup.co.nz
