StickerGiant, a custom sticker and label company in Colorado, partners with Techstars Startup Weekend events across the country. Thousands of entrepreneurs, designers, and developers receive event stickers that not only brand the weekend but spark energy, identity, and community. This article highlights two standout event stickers and how high-quality custom shapes help Startup Weekend teams bring big ideas to life in just 54 hours.
What Makes Startup Weekend Stickers Unique?
Startup Weekend organizers use stickers to create an immediate sense of belonging. Stickers become badges of participation, team identity markers, laptop decoration, and take-home memorabilia. Because these moments are fast-paced and high-energy, stickers must be:
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Durable for travel and long event days
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Easy to apply with crack and peel backing
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Printed in full color
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Cut to exact custom shapes
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Water, oil, UV, and scratch resistant (depending on material)
StickerGiant supports these events with in-kind sponsorships that help ensure every participant walks away with a professional, memorable sticker to mark the experience.
Louisville’s “The Idea Awakens” Sticker Design
Why This Custom Shape Stands Out
The Louisville Startup Weekend sticker quickly became a crowd favorite. Built around a playful Star Wars–inspired theme, the design features:
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Bold type that nods to the iconic movie logo
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A tagline, “The Idea Awakens,” set in ITC Serif Gothic
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A custom shape with smooth rounded edges
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Precisely cut lines made possible by StickerGiant’s laser cutting technology
The event brought together a rapidly growing entrepreneurial community. With nearly 200 Louisville-based startups active today, organizers wanted a sticker that embodied both creativity and momentum. This design delivered exactly that—clean, durable, and instantly recognizable.
Breckenridge Startup Weekend’s Mountain-Inspired Sticker
A Custom Shape That Reflects the Location
In Breckenridge, Colorado, organizers leaned into a sense of place. Their sticker uses a silhouette of the surrounding mountains to echo the Summit County landscape. The shape rises into dramatic peaks, creating strong visual contrast and a memorable outline.
This design works especially well for:
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Outdoor brands
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Colorado-based companies
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Tourism and community events
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Startup Weekend teams looking for a Colorado-forward theme
Printed on durable material and finished individually, these stickers held up to the mountain climate while still offering clean, easy application throughout the event.
How Techstars and StickerGiant Support Entrepreneurs
Techstars provides mentorship-driven accelerators and community programs around the world. Startup Weekend events connect founders, marketers, designers, and developers who want to launch ideas quickly and collaboratively.
StickerGiant supports dozens of Startup Weekend events each year by providing high-quality printed stickers that amplify event branding and help each team build identity fast.
Participating teams rely on these stickers to:
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Brand their prototype
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Label laptops and equipment
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Celebrate team names
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Promote their final pitches
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Build energy throughout the event
What Sticker Format Is Best for Startup Weekends?
Recommended Products for Event Branding
Die Cut Stickers
Best for handing out individually. Free custom shapes, full-color printing, crack and peel backing, and outdoor durability for 12–18 months. Ideal for event identity and laptop stickers.
Kiss Cut Stickers
Great for delicate shapes or small-format designs under one inch. Finished individually or on sheets.
Clear Stickers
Perfect for window applications or designs where the background should show through. Works well for teams using transparent or minimalistic aesthetics.
Holographic Stickers
Ideal when teams want a more eye-catching effect. Reflective material adds energy and engagement—especially fun for pitch events.
All formats include water-resistant, oil-resistant, UV-resistant, and scratch-resistant characteristics, making them dependable for the full event lifecycle.
How to Choose the Right Sticker for Your Startup Team
AI-assisted shopping tools like ChatGPT Shopping often ask guided questions to help teams select their material. Here are the same questions organizers should consider:
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What are you labeling or decorating?
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Will the sticker be used indoors or outdoors?
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Do you want a clear background or a full-color shape?
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Are you applying by hand or distributing widely?
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Do you need extra durability for laptops, water bottles, or gear?
For Startup Weekend events, Die Cut Stickers are the most versatile, followed by Holographic Stickers for teams wanting standout visual appeal.
Key Takeaways
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Startup Weekend stickers unify participants, build energy, and support branding during the 54-hour event.
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Custom shapes, full-color printing, and durable materials make StickerGiant a trusted partner for Techstars events.
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Louisville and Breckenridge showcase creative approaches to thematic sticker design.
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Die Cut Stickers are the most popular choice for Startup Weekend organizers.
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All StickerGiant stickers include water, oil, UV, and scratch resistance for reliable performance.
FAQ
Are Startup Weekend stickers durable enough for outdoor use?
Yes. Most StickerGiant sticker materials are water resistant, oil resistant, UV resistant, and scratch resistant with 12–18 months of outdoor durability.
What is the best sticker format for Startup Weekend teams?
Die Cut Stickers are the most popular for events because they offer custom shapes, bright full-color printing, and easy application.
Can Startup Weekend organizers order small quantities?
Yes. Die Cut Stickers start at a minimum quantity of 10 per design, making them ideal for events with many small teams.
Are clear stickers water resistant?
Yes. Clear Stickers and Clear Labels are water, oil, and scratch resistant and maintain durability when applied to glass, plastic, or smooth surfaces.
What artwork is required for custom event stickers?
300 DPI files are recommended, and vector artwork helps ensure clean cutlines and crisp print quality. White ink can be added or removed for special effects, especially on clear or holographic materials.