The TiE Young Entrepreneurs (TYE) 2026 cohort concluded on March 28, 2026, capping off an exciting 10-week journey of learning, collaboration, and innovation.
The Pitch Finals Demo Day brought together four inspiring student teams for an evening filled with creativity, curiosity, and bold thinking. Each team presented thoughtful, AI-powered solutions backed by research, prototypes, and user insights — reflecting the passion, perseverance, and purpose they developed throughout the program.
Throughout the cohort, students:
- Built real startup ideas
- Learned directly from entrepreneurs and industry experts
- Developed business plans and investor-ready pitches
- Collaborated to solve real-world challenges
- Strengthened teamwork, communication, and leadership skills
Final Pitch Teams
Activify
An AI-powered study planner that helps students stay organized and reduce academic stress. Using semantic AI, it understands assignment content, estimates realistic study time, and creates personalized daily study plans.
Pan to Plate
An AI-powered app that helps households reduce food waste and save money by tracking grocery inventory and suggesting recipes based on available ingredients.
SportTrainAI
An AI-powered sports trainer that helps athletes improve performance through personalized training, skill analysis, and real-time feedback.
Velora
An AI-powered nutrition management app that makes healthy eating simple, affordable, and accessible through personalized recommendations, healthy options, and price-comparison tools.
Congratulations to the winning team–Activify, who will represent TiE Silicon Valley at the TYE Global Competition.
Innovation Across Four Future-Focused Sectors
The teams addressed meaningful challenges across:
- Education Technology (EdTech)
- Health & Nutrition Technology
- Sports Technology (SportsTech)
- Sustainability & Smart Living
Together, these projects reflect the strength of the TYE ecosystem — where students grow not only as founders, but as confident problem-solvers and future leaders.
Parent Reflection:
“This program boosted my child’s confidence and sparked their entrepreneurial passion.”
The 2026 Pitch Finals showcased what young innovators can achieve when given mentorship, guidance, and a platform to dream big. We are incredibly proud of every participant and deeply grateful to our mentors, judges, volunteers, and supporters who made this journey possible.
The future looks bright — and these students are leading the way.