Before the competition kicks off, we’re opening up the space for creativity, experimentation, and connection. The Supervised Pre-hack is your chance to explore tools, test ideas, meet mentors, and get inspired—without the pressure of the clock. Whether you're refining a plan or starting from scratch, this day is all about setting you up for success.
About This Day:
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 5:00 PM | Doors Open + Networking |
| 6:00 PM | Welcome & Overview of the Hackathon |
| 6:10 PM | Meet Mentors: technical & business. Discuss your hackathon ideas and tool use |
| 6:20 - 6:40 PM | Vertex Workshop |
| 6:20 PM - 8:00 PM | Team Matching, Tool Exploration and Ideation Corners: prepare for the hackathon |
| 8:00 PM - 8:15 PM | Final thoughts and wrap up |
Founder, Dreamable | ex-Apple | 7x Startup BD Exits
A seasoned startup veteran and business strategist who has successfully scaled and exited seven ventures. Learn what it takes to turn vision into velocity.
Business & Storytelling Mentor
With a sharp eye for strategy and communication, Ben will help you craft ideas that resonate — and stories that stick.