WINK
Hackathon
DayDreamers will plan, organize, and execute an on-campus hackathon designed to recruit top student builders and introduce WINK TECH's AI-powered products to the Silicon Valley developer community.
DayDreamers will plan, organize, and execute an on-campus hackathon designed to recruit top student builders and introduce WINK TECH's AI-powered products to the Silicon Valley developer community.
WINK TECH operates Duet Dating and Omi across 26 million combined users. As the company expands into Silicon Valley, the WINK Hackathon is the entry point — a single, high-impact on-campus event to recruit student builders, showcase WINK TECH's AI capabilities, and establish a local presence.
DayDreamers provides full-service hackathon consultancy — from event strategy through day-of execution to post-event reporting. Three engagement tiers let you choose the scope that fits best.
Singapore-based mobile company operating Duet Dating (6M+ users, $51.7M raised) and Omi (20M+ downloads across Thailand, Hong Kong, Malaysia, and Taiwan). WINK TECH builds AI-powered dating products with industry-leading face verification and smart matching technology.
WINK TECH maintains an AI Lab in Beijing doing cutting-edge research in biometric verification, compatibility algorithms, and content moderation. The WINK Hackathon is the first step in building a Silicon Valley presence and recruiting top technical talent.
A focused hackathon at Stanford (EVGR) on Saturday, May 9. Doors open at 11:30 AM, programming runs noon to 5:30 PM, followed by an open networking mixer until 6:30 PM. Participants build projects using WINK TECH's APIs and AI tools. The event doubles as a recruitment showcase — top performers connect directly with WINK TECH engineers and hiring leads.
Prize pool of $5K–$10K funded by WINK TECH, separate from organizer fees.
| Activity | Duration |
|---|---|
| Doors Open & Check-in | 11:30 AM |
| Opening Keynote & Challenge Reveal | 12:00 PM |
| Hacking Session | 12:30 PM |
| Mentor Office Hours (ongoing) | — |
| Project Submissions | 4:30 PM |
| Demo Presentations & Judging | 4:45 PM |
| Awards Ceremony | 5:30 PM |
| Networking & Recruiting Mixer | 5:45 – 6:30 PM |
DayDreamers leverages its network of 50+ university hacker communities and student organizations to drive registrations. Target: 80–150 qualified participants.
Direct engagement with CS clubs, AI clubs, and hackathon orgs at Stanford, Berkeley, SJSU, Santa Clara, and Bay Area schools.
Instagram, LinkedIn, and X posts targeting Bay Area student builders. Event page and registration setup.
Blasts through DayDreamers' existing student network (2,000+ subscribers).
Physical marketing at target campuses to complement digital outreach.
Cross-promotion with local tech communities, meetup groups, and student ambassadors.
Luma/Eventbrite setup, RSVP tracking, pre-event communications, and day-of check-in.
DayDreamers handles all physical logistics so the WINK TECH team can focus on presenting, mentoring, and recruiting.
Secure a suitable venue at or near a Bay Area campus — lecture hall, co-working space, or event venue.
Full-day food service: breakfast, lunch, snacks, and beverages. Dietary accommodations included.
Projectors, microphones, WiFi coordination, power strips, and demo screens.
Recruit 3–5 judges from WINK TECH team, local VCs, and faculty.
2–3 DayDreamers team members on-site for operations, check-in, and coordination.
Attendance metrics, project summaries, participant contact data, and hiring leads.
Three tiers designed to match your team's involvement level. All tiers assume WINK TECH covers the prize pool separately.
Prize pool ($5K–$10K) funded separately by WINK TECH. Venue rental costs included in Tiers 2 and 3. Swag production costs billed at cost in Tier 3.
Estimated 6–8 week preparation timeline. Target event date: Saturday, May 9, 2026. This date can be adjusted based on your team's availability.
Kickoff: align on scope, challenge tracks, and branding assets. Venue scouting begins.
Venue confirmed. Registration page goes live. Marketing materials finalized.
Marketing push: social campaign, student org outreach, and email blasts. Registration opens.
Final logistics: catering confirmed, judge lineup, mentor prep, run-of-show finalized.
Day-of execution. Post-event report delivered within 5 business days.
Demo day with 90 startups, 1,500+ attendees, and 300 investors.
200 participants in an AI-focused hackathon exploring assistive technology.
73 participants from 15+ countries, producing 21 projects.
40+ participants, 8 teams, with 75% intending to continue their projects.
Entrepreneur who has organized 400+ events across 17+ cities. Specialist in tech-community intersection.
Johns Hopkins & Stanford Alum. MLH Top 50 honoree. Expert in building high-impact hackathon ecosystems.
Focused on global execution standards and building deep community roots across innovation hubs.
