South American entrepreneurs \u2014 you span a range of nations across a vast continent. Throw your hats into the ring, and show us what you\u2019re building. Here\u2019s what\u2019s in it for you.<\/p>\n

It starts with receiving the TechCrunch seal of approval \u2014 it\u2019s hard to come by, and it carries weight in the startup world. You\u2019ll stand in a spotlight of invaluable investor and media interest. Take a look at what else you receive \u2014 for free.<\/p>\n

Full access to Disrupt: <\/strong>This includes four additional passes and VIP access to all the presentations, breakouts and roundtables.<\/p>\n

Exclusive masterclasses:<\/strong>\u00a0SB 200 founders will enjoy workshops in the weeks leading up to Disrupt. They also receive special pitch training from TechCrunch staff and one free year of TechCrunch+ membership.<\/p>\n

Flash pitch at Disrupt:<\/strong>\u00a0That special training will come in handy when you step onto the Showcase Stage and pitch in front of investors and TechCrunch editors. Receive invaluable feedback and \u2014 who knows? You might even catch an investor\u2019s interest.<\/p>\n

Exhibition space for all three days:<\/strong>\u00a0The SB 200 will be the only early-stage startups allowed to exhibit on the show floor at Disrupt.<\/p>\n

Saving the best for last:<\/strong>\u00a0All SB 200 founders have a shot at competing for $100,000 in the Startup Battlefield pitch competition. TechCrunch editors will select 20 startups from the SB 200 to be Startup Battlefield Finalists. Founders from those 20 companies will be featured on TechCrunch, receive private pitch coaching and then pitch live onstage in front of the entire Disrupt audience. The ultimate winner takes home the $100,000 equity-free, no-strings-attached prize money and all the glory.<\/p>\n