CBE's 2nd Annual New Venture Competition 🏆
10 pitches 🎤 2 NVC Tracks 🏆 Over $30k will be awarded to student entrepreneurs 💸 AUC Pull-up & Pitch Segment 🤑
🚀 The Center for Black Entrepreneurship is proud to present the 2nd Annual New Venture Competition, hosted on April 23 at Spelman College.
After weeks of workshops and mentorship, 10 finalist teams will pitch their ventures to a panel of judges including founders, investors, and industry leaders.
Finalists will compete for up to $30,000 in non-dilutive funding, along with mentorship and continued support from CBE.
The program will also feature a “Pull-Up and Pitch” activation, where six students will be randomly selected to deliver a 60-second live pitch of their business idea or “business vibe.” Selected participants will receive $500 in funding for their business.
Students may sign up on the spot, but RSVP is required to be eligible to pitch.
Attendees will enjoy:
✔️ A live pitch experience judged by industry experts
✔️ Opportunities to connect with student founders, alumni, and community leaders
✔️ Giveaways, light refreshments
📍 Cole Living-Learning Center II Auditorium, Spelman College
🕔 Social Hour: 5:00 PM | Competition: 5:30 PM
🚀 Who will win big? Join us and find out!