Roots Weekend

Build a startup in one weekend
April 23-25th, 2027
Columbia, MO

[Brett Calhoun @brettcalhounn]

EquipmentShare started at a Startup Weekend in Columbia, Missouri.

This year it listed on the Nasdaq.

You could be next.

Sign up here: https://t.co/ArlioBbR2z

[Brett Calhoun @brettcalhounn]

Back at it again with the @Roots_Build van, rolling to Vegas 🚐

Nov 9: hosting top builders + engineers with roots in LV.

RSVP: https://t.co/rYYToQ31RJ

Looking to hit another blackjack backing talent in LV 🃏

[Brett Calhoun @brettcalhounn]

Missouri Startup Weekend is now Roots Weekend (@rootswknd). Pumped for the next chapter of this historical event, where @zapier and @EquipmentShare started as ideas.

Snag your ticket early (4/23): https://t.co/U2pII5uJIS

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MOSW 2026 Final Pitch session is about to go live!

Join the stream here:
https://t.co/3whOu0YkLA

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5️⃣ COMPETITION
- Unique understanding vs. competitors?
- Rank within competitive landscape?

6️⃣ MARKET
- How large is the TAM, SAM, and SOM?
- Is this a fast growing market?

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This is the week - only 3 days to go until MOSW 2026!

Your way to the #1 spot starts with a great 60 second pitch. Land in the top 15 Friday to continue building our idea throughout the weekend.

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3️⃣ TEAM
- What competitive edge do you have?
- How well can you execute on the plan?

4️⃣ EXECUTION/DESIGN
- How much did you accomplish during the weekend?
- Is your product easy to use? Because design matters.

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163 participants.
14 founders in the sprint track.
372 attendees (still open for tickets).
$100,000 in investment up for grabs with $45K+ in prizes, sash, services, and development packages for winners.

https://t.co/Xpe6tqq6sY for the waitlist & audience tickets.

[Roots Weekend @rootswknd]

Whelp. Participant tickets for MOSW 2026 are officially SOLD OUT. Joining the waitlist is your best chance to shoot your shot now.

If you still want to get in on the action, you can snag a FREE audience ticket and watch the pitches on Friday and/or Sunday.

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⚠️ Important Note on Access:

The app is gated by the email address you used on Eventbrite. If you purchased multiple tickets for friends or family, please ensure they have their own login or forward us their email addresses so we can grant them access.

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Missouri Startup Weekend is officially almost here. To stay connected and participate in the voting process, you need to download the official MOSW app.

This is where the action happens whether you are pitching a new concept, joining a team, or watching from the sidelines.

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Why you need the app:

1️⃣ Voting
2️⃣ Expert Access
3️⃣ Team Building

Android: https://t.co/uoGeeii39T

IOS: https://t.co/GhbU0tvUzZ

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MOSW After Party:
https://t.co/EOtkmwIGSH

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MOSW is more than just the 54-hour grind.

The most valuable takeaway from Missouri Startup Weekend is the community you build in the trenches. To help the 2026 cohort connect and celebrate, we got three official events on the schedule!

💥 RSVP Links Below!

See you there?

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MOSW Launch Party:
https://t.co/PJWKHI49VH

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Ready to refine your "build and validate" mentality?

April 17–19 | @EquipmentShare HQ

https://t.co/Xpe6tqq6sY for tickets. 🎟️

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“The most impactful skillset I’ve taken away... has been the discernment to focus on the right things amidst all the noise.”

- Kelsey Beach
Founder, Carbitrage
MOSW 2023 - 2nd Place Winner

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Whether you're launching your own venture or building a new product within a Series B tech company, the MOSW framework is a universal proxy for success.

It’s about cutting through the noise, finding the fastest path to the customer, and proving demand with real signals.