Entrepreneurs and founders of startups are eligible to participate. You must also be 18 or older to apply to pitch.

No. A prototype of your product must be available for the judges to evaluate. Preference will be given to businesses that have already launched or are actively working towards a launch.

Yes! Registration will open on September 23.

Prize money must be used for costs associated with advancing your start up business. For example:

  • marketing/promotion
  • product development
  • equipment
  • technology
  • supplies
  • working capital
  • patent costs

The seven finalists will be notified in mid-September.