Future Founders Lab: Build-in-a-Day AI hackathon
- 1 November 2026
Join our hackathon to build a real AI-powered business idea across sponsor-branded challenge tracks, from first concept to a live pitch in front of a judging panel.
Why attend?
You will get hands-on mentoring from people already building and running businesses, free credits on a leading AI platform to build with, and the chance to win prizes on the day.
No prior hackathon or coding experience required.
This isn't a one-off. Every attendee joins the wider Culture Curated founder community, with access to future workshops, events and opportunities designed to help you keep building after the day ends.
Future Founders Lab is a Build-in-a-Day AI hackathon, hosted by Culture Curated in partnership with Kingston University London.
Who can attend?
The event is open to Kingston students first, and to any young founder, entrepreneur or tech builder who wants to spend a day building something real.
All applicants are reviewed before being confirmed.
Experienced people are also welcome, why not apply to be a team member
What can I expect?
- A live challenge brief across multiple tracks (fintech, sustainability, creative economy, health and wellbeing)
- Mentoring from founders and people working in tech and AI
- Free AI platform credits to build with
- A judging panel and prizes for the winning team(s)
- Entry into the Culture Curated founder community for future workshops and events
Can I sponsor the event?
If you would like to come onboard as a sponsor for the Build-in-a-Day AI hackathon event please get in touch with Sima Rahman-Huang on LinkedIn.
Do I need to register to attend?
Yes, booking is required.
The event is free to attend.
All applicants are reviewed before being confirmed.
