Best Parents Celebrates Hackathon Win and Launches Student Competition
New York, Tuesday, 18 November 2025.
Best Parents secured third place at the YC Hackathon and announced a Growth Hack competition for high school students in New York, fostering real-world entrepreneurial skills.
Achievement at YC Hackathon
Best Parents, an AI-driven educational travel platform, recently achieved a commendable third-place finish at the YC Hackathon held on December 31, 2024, in New York [1]. The hackathon, a significant event in the tech community, witnessed participation from various innovative teams, each tasked with addressing contemporary challenges through creative solutions [2]. Best Parents’ entry, a sci-fi short film titled ‘Prewritten,’ was developed in a rapid 8-hour timeframe by co-founders Burçin Advani and Aditya Advani, along with their team [1].
Launch of the Growth Hack Competition
In line with its mission to foster educational growth and innovation, Best Parents has announced the launch of a Growth Hack competition for high school students in New York, slated for January 2026 [1]. This competition aims to challenge students to apply practical business strategies to a real-world product from the Best Parents platform, encouraging teamwork and entrepreneurial thinking [1]. The winning team will be awarded an internship opportunity at Best Parents, offering them invaluable industry exposure [1][3].
Implications for Future Entrepreneurs
The initiative by Best Parents highlights a broader trend in the tech industry, where companies are increasingly involving young minds in meaningful projects at an early stage, thereby nurturing the next generation of entrepreneurs [GPT]. Such competitions not only provide hands-on experience but also prepare students for future challenges in a rapidly evolving tech landscape [2]. Best Parents’ commitment to this cause is evident in their proactive measures to engage and inspire students through real-world applications [1].
Company Background and Vision
Founded in 2020, Best Parents is headquartered in New York and focuses on providing families with educational travel opportunities, academic experiences, and pre-college programs worldwide [1]. By integrating technology into parenting and education, the company aims to enhance the learning experiences of young individuals, preparing them for a globalized world [3]. Their recent endeavors underscore their dedication to bridging the gap between education and practical business skills [3].