Have a Business Idea?

Want to Win Money to Launch It?

What:

 

This year (2019), Macon Startup Week is hosting our first ever Pitch Contest! If you have a great idea and need some money to help launch it, we’re here for you! We will be giving away $1,000 for 1st place, $300 for 2nd place, and $200 for 3rd place, all voted on by the audience!

 

We’ve included a form below for you to submit your business idea and we’ll be selecting the top 3 to present. For those not pitching – we need your help! You will be deciding which business gets funded!

 

 

When:

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On Friday, September 27th our main day’s programming will conclude and our pitch event will begin! The event will start with a session led by Stephanie Howard from Mercer University’s Innovation Center, followed by presentations from our top 3 pitchers!  

 

5:30 – 6: Pitch It Like You Mean It: Asking Others for Money

6 – 6:30: Pitch Contest voted on by the audience

6:30 – Until: Drinks and networking

 

 

Where:

Georgia Sports Hall of Fame | 301 Cherry Street, Macon, GA 31201

Interested in Pitching your Business? Get In Touch!

Entry deadline was September 6th.

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Entry Submissions are now closed. Thank you to everyone who has submitted their pitch!