Friday, March 14, 2025

Enter the BizPitch contest by Wednesday, March 19 for a chance to win up to $2,600

Enter the 2025 BizPitch contest for a chance to win up to $2,600 in cash prizes for the best new business idea. Undergraduate students will compete in a 90-second contest online to pitch their startup ideas to a panel of entrepreneurs and investors. Apply by Wednesday, March 19.
Win $2,600 for your big idea!

Enter the 2025 BizPitch contest for a chance to win up to $2,600 in cash prizes for the best new business idea.

2025 BizPitch Contest
Wednesday, April  2, 2025
Walter Library, Toaster Innovation Hub

Apply for the 2025 BizPitch contest by Wednesday, March 19

Applicants may submit any original startup ideas for new ventures or ideas that support the local community. During the online BizPitch final round, participants will have 90 seconds to pitch their business idea to a panel of entrepreneurs and investors. All applicants will receive feedback and advice on developing their idea.

Prizes
  • $2,000 Grand Prize
  • $200 Most Innovative
  • $200 Biggest Social Impact
  • $200 People’s Choice Award
  • Access to advisory services, courses, and competitions to support them in their launch of their business idea.
The BizPitch contest is open to any undergraduate student currently enrolled at the University of Minnesota. Finalists will be notified of advancement by Monday, March 24.

Learn more about BizPitch.

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Gary S. Holmes Center for Entrepreneurship
Carlson School of Management
entrepreneurship.umn.edu