Summary

This chapter offers an in-depth exploration of the complex, often arduous paths that three hackathon-winning teams have traveled to bring their innovative solutions to the marketplace. By delving into these real-world examples, we’ve extracted crucial lessons and chronicled the sometimes-daunting odysseys these trailblazers endured to breathe life into their creations. These narratives are not just stories of success but are also profound learning experiences that encapsulate the essence of entrepreneurial tenacity and resilience.

The collective wisdom drawn from the three case studies and our rich experience in fostering hackathon winners’ growth is now distilled into a comprehensive blueprint. This blueprint provides a set of strategic dos and don’ts, offering a valuable toolkit for others aspiring to replicate such success. It’s a roadmap designed to help bypass common pitfalls and steer directly towards strategies proven to work, enabling...