# Road to Buenos Aires — Global Builder Union (Startups Edition) ## Road to Buenos Aires Overview Co-hosted by **BAS** and **HackVC**, Road to Buenos Aires is a global, community-powered selection program bringing high-potential startups to **Devconnect Buenos Aires**. We’ll select **15 individuals** (across teams) who can articulate a sustainable path to PMF and long-term business viability. Selected founders receive a **USD 1,000 travel stipend (per person)**, **Hacker House** accommodation (Nov 14–23), **Devconnect ticket** (Nov 17–22), plus curated **networking, investor meetups, and speaking opportunities**. Community partners worldwide are invited to nominate teams from their ecosystems. # Prizes - **Travel Stipend:** USD **1,000 per selected individual** (up to 15 total) - **Lodging:** Bed at the **Hacker House (Nov 14–23, Buenos Aires)** - **Event Access:** **Devconnect** ticket (Nov 17–22) + side events - **Networking & Exposure:** Investor meetups, partner/community events, media features (interviews, social spotlights, recap) # Eligibility / Requirement - **Who:** Startups from **idea → MVP → early traction/GTM** (all stages welcome) - **What we look for:** Clear problem framing, credible market timing, defensible approach (tech or biz), early signals of demand (users/pilots/LOIs/waitlists) or a strong discovery plan, and a realistic GTM. - **Submission package (recommended):** - Pitch **deck** (PDF or link) - **GitHub** or technical repo (if applicable) - **Product demo** (live link or short Loom/video) - **Founder info** (bios, LinkedIn/Twitter, prior projects) - **Team travel plan** (how many team members intend to join in Buenos Aires; names/roles) > Note: Early teams without code are welcome—share discovery insights, validation plan, and why now. # Tracks - **General Track (Open Stage):** Idea, MVP, early users, or GTM scale; sectors include **Infra, Research, AI, Finance/DeFi, DePIN, Consumer**, and more. Key is **why you’ll excel now** and sustain over time. - **Sponsored Tracks (Optional):** We may add **sponsor-specific tracks** with extra requirements (e.g., designated stack, data sets, integration targets, themed problem statements). These will be listed on this page as they go live; teams can apply to both the General Track and any relevant Sponsored Track. # Timeline (KST / UTC+9) - **Scouting & Applications Open:** Now → **Tue, Oct 29, 23:59** - **Interviews/Review Window:** **Oct 26 – Nov 1** - **Final Decision Announced:** **Sun, Nov 2** - **Hacker House (Buenos Aires):** **Nov 14 – Nov 23** - **Partner Events (examples):** - **Startup World Cup Argentina:** **Nov 15 – 19** - **Devconnect Main:** **Nov 17 – 22** - Additional community-driven meetups, speaking slots, and investor sessions throughout the week # Contact - **Discord:** [discord.gg/c8Snswayuw](https://t.co/s6053pgQD4) - Please introduce yourself on the #self-introduction after #check-in - You will see #rtba on Program - **Email:** [contact@ludium.world](mailto:contact@ludium.world) - **Telegram:** **@Ludium_Agwn** > Tip for submission title: **“[Project Name] — Road to Buenos Aires”**. > If you’re a community partner nominating a team, note your **community name** in the submission.