Dayton’s Biggest Startup Weekend Yet Was a Blast!
April 7, 2025
Last weekend’s Techstars Startup Weekend in Dayton was an absolute whirlwind of innovation and energy! We were thrilled to welcome nearly 70 attendees, making it our largest Startup Weekend yet! The diverse mix of talent, with 40 working professionals and 30 enthusiastic students, created a dynamic and inspiring atmosphere.
Our participants were incredibly fortunate to learn from 15 dedicated mentors who provided invaluable guidance throughout the weekend. The energy in the room was palpable as teams brainstormed, validated ideas, and built prototypes. Witnessing many passionate individuals come together to create something new is always exciting.
And now, a huge congratulations to our winning teams:
- Crowd Favorite & 1st Place: Dry Guy – A smart solution to keep your plants thriving with their innovative health monitor.
- 2nd Place: Tasked – Connecting students with simple, on-campus job opportunities through their handy gig platform.
- 3rd Place: On The Go – Revolutionizing your morning routine with a convenient coffee brewing mug.
The impact of the weekend was perfectly captured by Ohio University student, Lili Johnston, who posted on LinkedIn:
“Life changing… This weekend was a powerful reminder that with the right mindset, collaboration, and a willingness to take risks, anything is possible. Here’s to more innovation, more learning, and more big ideas coming to life! “
A special shoutout to Ohio University’s incredible entrepreneurship program! They sent a group of nine students, and remarkably, all nine were distributed across our winning teams! Talk about a testament to their program and the talent they cultivate.
This Startup Weekend was a resounding success, and we can’t wait to see what amazing things these budding entrepreneurs will do next! #StartupWeekendDayton #Techstars
