The Big Pitch!
Young Entrepreneur Program Pitch Competition
See the future of business as Young Entrepreneurs pitch for $5,000!
Are you ready to be inspired by the next generation of business leaders? Join us at Champaign Public Library as we kick off National Small Business Week with an exciting afternoon of innovation and inspiration. Watch as talented high school students from our area compete by delivering persuasive pitches of their business ideas to a panel of experienced local entrepreneurs. The first place winner will walk away with a $5,000 cash prize to help turn their business idea into reality.
Whether you're a budding entrepreneur yourself, a fan of the show "Shark Tank", or simply curious about the future of business, this event is not to be missed!
Made possible with support from the Library Foundation.
About the Young Entrepreneur Program: The Young Entrepreneur Program (YEP) engages, educates, and empowers area high school students through entrepreneurship. YEP workshops, led by local business leaders and entrepreneurs, along with drop-in mentoring sessions, guide participants through every step of developing a business idea from concept to pitch. For more information, please visit champaign.org/yep
Launching a business or nonprofit? We can help. champaign.org/launch
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Main Library, Robeson Pavilion Room A & B
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