It’s become a pervasive theme of this recesssion that we should not be so distracted by the falling sky that we miss what could be the perfect moment to start a company.  To foster and reward the entrepreneurial spirit in the midst of economic uncertainty, the Startup 2009 Conference offers emerging online companies a chance to be vetted by some of Silicon Valley’s most discerning judges, including Jason Calacanis and John Battelle.  Applying to the conference is free, and all companies that apply will be evaluated for possible investment.  One of the finalists will take home a $50,000 prize, comprising a $25,000 cash investment from General Catalyst Partners and $25,000 worth of in-kind services, including: up to 6 months of office space in NYC, marketing campaign with Silicon Alley Insider, and legal services from a top-notch law firm. Startup 2009 conference, which will take place in New York during Internet Week on Wednesday, June 3, is co-hosted by Silicon Alley Insider, New York University’s Stern School of Business, General Catalyst, SoftBank, and Venrock. “The theme of this year’s conference is ‘Rising From The Ashes’.  We have a great lineup of entrepreneurs who have not only built great companies but suffered major adversity and then gone on to even greater success.”  Get tickets to attend Startup 2009.  Submit an application for your company.

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