The Big IDea Pitch Contest gives students with innovative business ideas an opportunity to gain local exposure, win a share of $12,000 in funding, and receive actionable feedback on their idea.

Attendees will experience how our 8 finalists are striving to create impactful solutions to problems that range from the entertainment industry to women’s clothing.

Join the local community in supporting youth entrepreneurs on April 13th from 4:30pm-6:30pm!

Prizes:
‍1st: $5,000 + 6 month membership to Innovation DuPage
2nd: $4,000 + 6 month membership to Innovation DuPage
3rd: $3,000 + 6 month membership to Innovation DuPage

Judges:
‍Matthew McPherson - US Bank
David Weksel - Panduit/COD
Barton Sharp - Northern Illinois University
Bruce Fischer - Elmhurst University
Nicki Anderson - Benedictine University

Sponsors:
‍College of DuPage Foundation
College of DuPage: Business and Applied Technology Division

Competing Companies:
‍American Bar Car Company
BarGO
Free Hands
Lid Lock
Patches
T.B.A. Analytics
Tobelli
Nerva

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You can also virtually view the event live from Facebook!
To register for the Facebook Live event, please visit: https://fb.me/e/6tDhLWLBi

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