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!
Wednesday, May 1, 5 to 7 p.m.
The BIG IDEA Pitch Contest Finalists are announced. The eight finalists will be competing for big prizes.
Prizes
- 1st Prize: $5,000
- 2nd Prize: $4,000
- 3rd Prize: $3,000
All finalists will receive a six-month membership to Innovation DuPage.
Attend the BIG IDEA Pitch Contest
Robert J. Miller Homeland Security Education Center (HEC), Room 1022
2024 BIG IDEA Pitch Contest Finalists
- Careisma, Illinois Math and Science Academy
- Compost Teacher, Downers Grove North High School
- Junk Armor, Wheaton Warrenville South High School
- Legasy, LLC, College of DuPage
- SignAll, Illinois Math and Science Academy
- Stall-Secure, Naperville North High School
- Tactile Tech, Illinois Math and Science Academy
- Tune Up AI, Elmhurst University
All finalists will receive a six-month membership to Innovation DuPage.
In partnership with Business and Applied Technology Division, Continuing Education and Innovation DuPage.
Previous Big IDea Pitch Contests