Congratulations to the Winners of the 2024 Titan Fast Pitch!

On Saturday, November 9, the Titan Student Union at Cal State Fullerton was buzzing with excitement as we hosted the 12th annual Titan Fast Pitch Finals. With over 150 attendees cheering on our talented student entrepreneurs, the energy was palpable, and it was clear we were witnessing something special.

The event brought together creative and determined young minds from middle school, high school, and university levels. The pitches were innovative, the audience was engaged and supportive, and it was truly a fantastic time for everyone involved.

And we have pictures from the event at the bottom of this page!

Meet the Winners of the 2024 Titan Fast Pitch

University Track:

1st Place: Jonathan Alvarez, CSUF

2nd Place: Kiara Hernandez, CSUF

3rd Place: Rebecca Lee, Irvine Valley College

4th Place: Jacob Vogel, CSUF

High School Track:

1st Place and Fan Favorite: Chloe Dalmacio, Arnold O. Beckman High School

2nd Place: Allison Truong, Oxford Academy

3rd Place: Ireyan Quibuyen, John F. Kennedy High School

4th Place: Jimena Beltran, Oxford Academy

Middle School Track

1st Place: Flynn Tsan, Florence Nightingale Middle School

2nd Place: Andre Cheng, Florence Nightingale Middle School

3rd Place: Sophia Solis & Alicia Tri, Florence Nightingale Middle School

4th Place: Vianey Esparza, Ariana-Ixchel Ramirez & Ella Teichert, McFadden Institute of Technology

Fan Favorite

Ireyan Quibuyen | John F. Kennedy High School

The event was not just a competition—it was a celebration of the entrepreneurial spirit that drives our students. Every participant who took the stage demonstrated tremendous courage, creativity, and passion.

The All-Star Judges and Panel

We owe a big thank you to our All-Star Panel of judges who had the tough job of evaluating all the incredible pitches:

• Natalia Razeghi (US Bank)
• Justin Sanders (Master Key IP LLP)
• Bryan Ruef (10-8 Systems)
• Ritu A. Thakur (Smart Tech Inc.)
• Dr. A. Cathleen Greiner (Center for Entrepreneurship, NOCCCD)
• Tom Miller (CSUF Entrepreneurship)

Their dedication, expertise, and thoughtful feedback made this event a valuable experience for our student entrepreneurs.

We also had an insightful All-Star Panel Discussion that featured John Chi (Founder of Synova Life Sciences), Rohan Kunchala (Bag/Get), and Woo Kim (LynkMe Smart Cards). Moderated by Cristian Sanchez, the panelists offered invaluable insights into their journeys and the challenges they’ve faced.

John Chi shared the importance of resilience in entrepreneurship, emphasizing how essential it is to find the right team and stay true to your mission despite facing significant challenges. His journey, from his early days at CSUF to founding Synova Life Sciences, is an inspiration to all aspiring entrepreneurs.

For more details on the All-Star Panel, read the full story: Meet the All-Star Panel

Thank You to Our Sponsors and Team!

This event wouldn’t have been possible without the support of our generous sponsors. A special thanks to:

Diamond Sponsor: US Bank
Gold Sponsors: Royal Business Bank, Rutan & Tucker, LLP, Black Family Trust
Silver Sponsors: 10-8 Systems, Smart Tech Inc.
In-Kind Sponsors: Tech Coast Works, Master Key IP, College Ed Tech, Persuasive Business Plans, Cognitive Impact, Smart Tech Inc., CSUF Startup Incubator, Jay Lieberman

A heartfelt thank you to John Bradley Jackson for his leadership, Professor Scott Sorrell for hosting, Cristian Sanchez for moderating the All-Star Panel, and Mayan Jimenez for managing the event. To all our faculty, volunteers, and staff—thank you for making this day so special.

The Spirit of Entrepreneurship Lives On

The Titan Fast Pitch was a testament to the creativity, energy, and community spirit that define CSUF Entrepreneurship. We are so proud of every student who participated—getting up on stage and pitching your idea takes courage, and every one of you shone brightly.

We invite everyone to stay connected with the CSUF Entrepreneurship community as we continue to grow, learn, and support each other. The future of entrepreneurship is bright, and this is just the beginning.

To learn more about the Titan Fast Pitch, our finalists, and our amazing supporters, visit: Titan Fast Pitch

Here’s to the future of entrepreneurship!