TCNewTech University Showdown
Date and Time
Tuesday Apr 23, 2024
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM EDT
4:00 - 7:00 PM
Location
City Opera House
Fees/Admission
Free! Register HERE!
Contact Information
Molly MacGirr
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Description
The TCNewTech University Showdown is a fun and energizing pitch competition featuring Michigan students with innovative business ideas. Both idea-stage entrepreneurs and student-owned early-stage startups from universities across the state are invited to participate in the competition.
The participating students will present their ideas and compete for cash prizes. A panel of expert judges will determine the best and most innovative idea, and audience members will also vote for their favorite.
New this year: Don’t miss the Startup Expo happening in the lobby both before and after the competition. Enjoy refreshments as you meet entrepreneurs, startup service providers, innovators, students, and startup enthusiasts driving the region’s growing startup community.
Join us for an evening exploring new ideas and new connections as we support the next generation of innovation leaders in Michigan.
Event Schedule:
4:00 pm: Doors open. Visit the Startup Expo in the lobby to meet businesses and service providers. Cash bar.
4:30 – 5:30 pm: Pitch competition. Each presenter will be allowed 5 minutes to present their business, followed by a 5 minute Q&A with the judges.
5:30 – 7 pm: Awards ceremony and celebration. The first and second-place winners will be announced, along with the audience choice award. Grab a drink, meet interesting people in our startup ecosystem, discuss ideas, and see who will walk away with the grand prize.
Register to attend
This pitch competition is free and open to the public. Connect with startup and innovation enthusiasts and show your support for the student pitch presenters. Register HERE now.
Apply to pitch
TCNewTech’s University Idea Showcase is an invitation-only pitch competition for student-led startups from Michigan-based universities. Contact us to learn about eligibility criteria and to apply to pitch.
About TCNewTech
A program of 20Fathoms, TCNewTech is a pitch competition supported by tech enthusiasts, businesses, and entrepreneurs. Founded in 2015 as a way to connect local tech professionals, TCNewTech is a critical component in Traverse City’s growing startup community. Since its founding, more than 250 companies have pitched and $40,000 in pitch prizes have been awarded.