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Event Dates

Monday April 7, 2025 - 4:00pm in the Vallejo Auditorium KB 101

Tuesday April 8, 2025 - 6:00pm in the Vallejo Auditorium KB 101

 

 

Who can apply?

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 current UVU degree seeking student to be eligible to receive any funding. if you are an international student, or have any current fafsa grants, awards may affect your status. Please check with the UVU finance office if you have questions.

 

What is the timeline?

March 1 Applications DUE

March 7 Finalists Announced via email

March 17-April 1 Meet with a mentor to work on your pitch

April 2 Slides Due

April 7 and 8 Final Events

 

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)
• 4-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.