Get Involved

LA Hacks can't happen without the support of our wonderful judges, mentors, and panelists. As we celebrate our 14th year, we're ready to make our event bigger and better than ever.

We're all about fostering a community, and we'd love to bring you into the LA Hacks family!

Judges

As a judge you will:

  • Meet emerging developers, founders, and innovators in the tech community
  • Provide mentorship and industry insight to students exploring career paths in tech
  • Gain exposure to cutting-edge student projects and evolving tech trends
  • Increase your company's brand recognition and connect with top talent
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Judges hearing final project pitches

Mentors

As a mentor you will:

  • Provide technical guidance and project advice to hackers
  • Connect with students and help foster their growth as builders
  • Engage with the broader tech community and support collaborative innovation
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Mentor guiding a team through debugging

Panelists

As a panelist you will:

  • Share your industry experience and professional insights
  • Answer student questions about career pathways and technical growth
  • Connect with other leaders, professionals, and innovators in tech
  • Highlight opportunities and culture at your company
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Panelists sharing industry journeys