LvlUp Ventures and Semrush Launch Pitch Competition with $130K in Startup Funding Opportunities

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

November 4, 2025

LvlUp Ventures has teamed up with Semrush to host the LvlUp x Semrush Pitch Competition on November 30, 2025 (virtually), giving founders the chance to pitch their startups to active investors and secure up to $130,000 in potential funding.

Overview

The competition offers a platform for early-stage founders to showcase their traction, connect with investors, and win tangible startup capital. Each founder gets three minutes live to present their story before a judging panel that includes Adam Ned, Principal at LvlUp Ventures, and AJ Smith, Partner at Outlander VC.

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What’s on Offer

$5,000 starter investment from LvlUp Ventures
Fast-track consideration for a $125,000 follow-on round
$100 grant for every participating startup

The event is fully virtual, designed to be accessible and founder-friendly while providing real exposure to investors actively funding early-stage ventures.

How to Apply

Founders can apply by filling out the LvlUp Ventures Funding Application

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Drakos DMC Launches Exclusive Scholarship To Cultivate Future Tourism Leadership

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

March 1, 2026

Overview Of The Scholarship Initiative

Drakos DMC, a prominent destination management company operating across Cyprus and Greece, has announced a strategic scholarship opportunity aimed at nurturing emerging talent in the tourism industry. This initiative offers a full scholarship for a Master of Science in Tourism Management at the Cyprus University of Technology (Tepak), valued at €5,125.

Scholarship Details And Eligibility

The award targets final-year students and recent graduates up to 24 years of age who hold degrees in tourism, business administration, marketing, or related areas. Candidates are expected to demonstrate excellent academic performance and must be permanent residents of Limassol. For undergraduate tourism students, the scholarship may also apply to postgraduate studies in complementary fields.

Commitment And Career Advancement

A unique feature of this scholarship is its linkage to immediate professional integration. The successful candidate is required to commence full-time employment with Drakos DMC while pursuing the postgraduate degree and to continue with the company for an additional 30 months upon completion. Applications can be submitted by contacting Drakos DMC through their careers email, accompanied by a current curriculum vitae.

Application Process And Timelines

Prospective candidates must apply for the master’s program between February and April 2026. The full terms and conditions of the scholarship will be outlined in close coordination with the Cyprus University of Technology.

About Drakos DMC

Renowned for its premium travel experiences, Drakos DMC specializes in incentive travel, conference management, corporate events, and the design of integrated programs for international organizations. Their comprehensive approach, which spans strategic planning through to on-the-ground execution, underlines their status as a leader in the tourism management sector.

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