Well, of course they will. Early last month I wrote an article on how The Crunchies would be a great source of publicity for a new startup. The nominations have opened for the 20 awards and will close at 12 PST on December 12th. You can nominate any startup if they meet the criteria per the category.
How likely are startups outside the Valley to win one of the Crunchies?
With all the interesting startups in New York, Boston and Chicago and other smaller communities, do they stand a chance in the media hyped bubble of Silicon Valley? I am in no way insinuating that the results will be manipulated, but I know from experience how Silicon Valley media hype can make a big deal of little ideas.
I’m just hoping that a few startups are recognized outside the Valley. Are the chances good? Let me know what you think.
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