2026 Startup World Cup Youth Regional — Harker National Youth Qualifier (Apr 17, 2026) is a student pitch competition tied to the Startup World Cup series. Targeted at elementary, middle, and high school teams, the regional provides a platform for young entrepreneurs to present ideas, receive coaching, and compete for advancement to larger Startup World Cup stages. The evening includes student pitches, judging by local ecosystem partners, and networking for educators and youth-program sponsors. Useful for youth-focused startup programs and education-to-entrepreneurship initiatives.