Próspera & Tim Draper Launch $1M Startup Competition in Roatán

February 17, 2025

Roatán, Honduras, February 17, 2025 – Próspera, in collaboration with billionaire investor Tim Draper and Infinita, is bringing the world-renowned startup competition “Meet The Drapers” to Honduras. Draper, known for his early investments in Skype, Tesla, and SpaceX, will personally evaluate and mentor some of the country's most promising entrepreneurs.

This $1 million competition is open to startups from all across Honduras. A jury will select the four most promising startups, who will have the opportunity to travel to Próspera Zone, Roatán, and pitch their ventures directly to Tim Draper and his investment team.

How to Apply:

Eligible startups must submit their applications via www.meetthedrapers.com/apply before February 23, 2025. Make sure to mention ‘Próspera’ for the location.

Since its founding, Próspera has generated over 3,000 jobs in Honduras, driving innovation, investment, and economic growth. This competition marks another step in connecting Honduran entrepreneurs with global capital and opportunities.

For more information, visit www.meetthedrapers.com

About Próspera

Próspera is the world’s leading developer of Economic Prosperity Zones, enabling governments to unleash the full potential of all by maximizing economic freedom, providing good governance, enhancing rule of law, and strengthening legal stability.

About Tim Draper

Visionary Silicon Valley venture capitalist and entrepreneur, renowned for founding Draper Associates, DFJ, and the Draper Venture Network. His influence extends globally, having invested in groundbreaking companies including Tesla, Coinbase, Baidu, Skype, Hotmail, and Twitter to name a few.

About Infinita

Infinita is building a community to accelerate longevity biotechnology, starting with a hub in Roatán. Its ecosystem fosters innovation by connecting entrepreneurs and scientists with cutting-edge infrastructure and a regulatory environment designed for growth. Contact: medios@prospera.hn

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