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SUMMARY:Mississippi State E-Center Pitch Competition
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Mississippi State E-Center Pitch Competition for a high-energy event where founders pitch their businesses\, compete for cash prizes\, and connect with Mississippi’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. This event is part of Mississippi’s statewide pitch network\, powered by Innovate Mississippi and the Mississippi Small Business Development Center Network\, bringing together entrepreneurs from across the state. \nThe competition features two pitch tracks—Scalable Business and Traditional Business—and is one of eight regional pitch events held statewide\, with over $200\,000 in total prize money available across all eight events. Participants gain access to experienced mentors\, receive valuable feedback from judges\, and ventures with high-growth potential may be invited to join Innovate Mississippi’s CoBuilders Accelerator\, beginning August 2026. \nThis project is being supported\, in whole or in part\, by federal award number SSBCI-21034-0003 awarded to Mississippi Development Authority (MDA) by the U.S. Department of the Treasury. \nLearn more: https://ecenter.msstate.edu/startupsummit/
URL:https://www.innovate.ms/event/mississippi-state-e-center-pitch-competition/
LOCATION:The Mill at MSU\, 600 Russell St\, Starkville\, MS\, 39759\, United States
CATEGORIES:Starkville
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SUMMARY:Startup Summit 2025
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the MSU Center for Entrepreneurship & Outreach Startup Summit Pitch Competition for an action-packed 2-day event where bold founders will hit the stage to pitch their big ideas\, compete for cash prizes\, and connect with Mississippi’s vibrant entrepreneurial community. \nWhether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur\, a seasoned business leader\, or an investor scouting your next great prospect\, you’ll find energy\, innovation\, and inspiration in every pitch. Come for the ideas\, stay for the connections\, and be part of the movement shaping Mississippi’s future. \nEvent Details: \n-April 24th: Mississippi Made Pitch Competition at McCool Hall\, MSU Campus 10:00 am-6:30 pm \n-April 25th: Bulldog Business National Pitch Competition and Reception – The Mill Conference Center\, 3:00 pm-7:30 pm. Free networking reception open to the public to celebrate all the contestants and small businesses. \nThis event is part of Mississippi’s statewide pitch network\, powered by Innovate Mississippi and the Mississippi Small Business Development Center Network. Together\, they provide two pitch pathways—one for high-growth startups and another for traditional small businesses. If a founder’s venture shows strong high-growth potential\, they may even earn an invitation to join the CoBuilders Accelerator. \nThis project is being supported\, in whole or in part\, by federal award number SSBCI-21034-0003 awarded to Mississippi Development Authority (MDA) by the U.S. Department of the Treasury.
URL:https://www.innovate.ms/event/startup-summit-2025/
LOCATION:Starkville\, Mississippi
CATEGORIES:Launch/Startup Challenges,Pitch Competition,Starkville
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SUMMARY:Startup Summit 2024
DESCRIPTION:Compete for $40\,000 in prizes!\n\n\nPitch your business idea for a chance to win cash prizes to help you jumpstart your startup. You will be evaluated based on your 5-minute presentation on proposed technology\, management\, financials\, and market by industry-respected leaders serving as judges from companies all across the region. \nLearn More Here
URL:https://www.innovate.ms/event/startup-summit-2024/
LOCATION:McCool Hall\, Leo Seal Atrium\, Mississippi State\, Starkville\, MS\, 39759\, United States
CATEGORIES:Pitch Competition,Starkville
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mississippi State University Center for Entrepreneurship & Outreach":MAILTO:e.hill@msstate.edu
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