MWEST JUMPSTART KICKOFF
This is an informational event that also serves as a match-making event for entrepreneurial co-founders. Students will get the opportunity to meet up with other students, pitch their ideas and build a team. Participants will learn about the elements required in the executive summary and see an example of a successful finalist pitch presentation. This is a great event for those intending to compete, as well as those who are curious about the competition.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The Team leader must complete an Executive Summary by the registration deadline. The summary should not exceed 3 pages in a typed Word format, or 7 slides in a PowerPoint slide format. The Executive Summary is MANDATORY for involvement within the remaining two rounds. Registration is not considered complete until the Executive Summary is submitted as well. The Executive Summary will be reviewed and scored by external judges who will select the top 8 teams to compete in the final, as well as the top 27 teams for the Innovation Showcase round!
INNOVATION SHOWCASE & 90 SECOND PITCH
30 MWest teams will be selected to compete in a Poster session and 90 second pitch (3 teams from each of the sponsoring schools). Teams will be able to showcase their products, services and ideas, as well as network with the entrepreneurial and investor community.
MWEST FINAL PITCH COMPETITION
8 MWest teams will be selected to compete in the Final MWest Challenge Pitch Competition. The teams will have 7 minutes, with 3 minutes for Q&A, to present their concept to a panel of judges.