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Who can participate?
Teams must have at least one current UVU student (enrolled in a course of 6 months or longer in pursuit of an endorsement, diploma,
associates, bachelors, or graduate degree at Utah Valley University) on the team to apply and be accepted. All are welcome to attend.
What kind of businesses can apply?
Any student business can apply, whether you're just getting started, or already have
your first customers.
What are the prizes?
Awards vary from $250-$2500. You must be a degree seeking student to be eligible to
receive any funding.
What is the timeline?
October 25th, 2024 Applications DUE
November 1st, 2024 Finalists Announced
November 11th, 2024 Rehearsal
November 20th, 2024 Final Event 4:00-6:00 in the Vallejo Auditorium KB 101
What are the requirements to participate?
- Written application
- Meet with a mentor at the Institute after acceptance
- Read "Tough things First" book (copies available in KB 102)
- 5-minute presentation outlining your business concept, business model, and your funding request , followed
by 3 minutes of Q&A by judges
How will I be judged?
- Demonstrated understanding of the problem to be solved
- Clear presentation of a solution (concept-stage is okay)
- Deep understanding of the market
- Reasonable revenue model and pathway to profitability
- Well-outlined competitive advantage and value proposition
ZinnStarter’s mission is to:
- Instill the next generation of entrepreneurs to create enduring businesses
- Provide seed money for promising business plans
- Provide students with Ray Zinn’s leadership, management and entrepreneurship knowledge
Can someone help me with my application?
Yes, schedule a mentoring session HERE.