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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

      Jason Perry
      Signet

        Payal Khurana
        Launchpad

          Dane Grey
          Elite Parking Services of America, Inc.

          [ Timeline ]

          2017-2018 Competition Timeline

          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!
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