The BIG IDEA Pitch Contest gives you an opportunity to pitch your business idea to a panel of expert judges. It all starts with a BIG IDEA. We are looking for innovative products and services that solve real problems to satisfy the needs of growing markets.
If chosen as a finalist, you will pitch live at the College of DuPage to a panel of judges and to a livestreamed audience. The contest is open for general public viewing and we encourage your family, friends, teachers and colleagues to attend!
Prizes
- 1st Prize: $5,000
- 2nd Prize: $4,000
- 3rd Prize: $3,000
All finalists will receive a six-month membership to Innovation DuPage.
Pitch Contest Finalists
- AmpPost, College of DuPage
- Aqua Safe, Hinsdale South High School
- BTB Technologies, Downers Grove South High School
- EXA, Naperville Central High School
- InstaPark, Elmhurst University
- SignAll, Illinois Math and Science Academy
- Terraclu, Illinois Math and Science Academy
- Vision Architect Optics / Vision Architect Service, College of DuPage
In partnership with Business and Applied Technology Division, Continuing Education and Innovation DuPage.
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