$1K Rhode Island Elevator Pitch Contest

Date: Decmeber 8, 2009

Time: 5 pm - 7 pm

Place: RI Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship, One Davol Square, Providence, RI

The $1K Rhode Island Elevator Pitch Contest will be a high-energy, lively evening where you will have 90 seconds to present your idea to a diverse audience and panel of judges.

This 90-second period represents the time you'd have to share a long elevator ride with that potential investor. This is a great opportunity to get your idea in front of investors, gather valuable feedback, potentially meet new teammates or advisors, and possibly win some cash!

This event is open to the public – even if you are not presenting your business idea, this is a great opportunity to learn about exciting new ideas!

JUDGES
A panel of experienced business development experts will judge the presenters.

$1000 CASH PRIZE
Grand Prize (1): $300
Runners-Up (2): $200
Consolation Prize (6): $50

JUDGING CRITERIA
1) Presentation quality (enthusiasm, organization, preparation)
2) Explanation of business concept (ability to effectively communicate)
3) Market/commercial opportunity, (how the proposal solves a problem, advantages, etc.)

REGISTRATION
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