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Startup Challenge 2018
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Join us for North Florida's largest startup event
The Startup Challenge brings together the brightest minds from across Gainesville, Jacksonville, and more to collaborate and compete for bragging rights as North Florida’s best startup.

  • 4 months of competition (November 7 – February 20)
  • 2 competitive tracks (student and non-student)
  • 1 grand prize ($10,000)

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[ Judges ]

On February 20th, you’ll pitch in front of a panel of esteemed judges with over 50 years of entrepreneurial experience. These judges will provide feedback on your pitch, advice for your business, and ultimately choose the winner of the $10,000 grand prize.

    Anthony Manna
    Signet

      Kenneth Krismanth
      Signet

        Jason Perry
        Signet

          Payal Khurana
          Launchpad

            Alessandro A. Apolito
            BMD

              Dane Grey
              Elite Parking Services of America, Inc.

                Matthew T. Jackson
                BMD

                [ Timeline ]

                2017-2018 Competition Timeline

                1. 07Nov '17
                2. 23Dec '17
                3. 15Jan '18
                4. 10Feb '18
                5. 20Feb '18

                1. APPLICATIONS OPEN

                  07/11/2017

                  Join us at our kickoff event at Infinity Hall (Gainesville, FL).

                2. COMMIT

                  23/12/2017

                  Submit the Intent to Present form by December 23rd, 2017 at 12:00pm.

                3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY & SLIDE DECK DUE

                  15/01/2018

                  Executive summary and slide deck due by January 15th, 2018 at 12:00 pm. Upload your final pitch deck here.

                4. PITCH YOUR PLAN

                  10/02/2018

                  Seize the unique opportunity to gain invaluable feedback, exposure, and experience while having fun. All teams have the chance to present on Saturday February 10th, 2018. Ten semi-finalists will be chosen to compete in the next round.

                5. STARTUP CHALLENGE FINALE

                  20/02/2018

                  Finalists present to a panel of judges on February 20th, 2018 when a winner and runner-up will be selected.

                Join hundreds of other entrepreneurs in North Florida’s premier pitch competition. Meet other driven individuals, work with experienced mentors, and bring your startup to the spotlight in the Startup Challenge. What are you waiting for? Apply today!
                Apply Now
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