2013 Calendar Events

2013 Stateline FastPitch Competition

Where: NIU Rockford | 8500 E. State St. | Rockford, IL 61108 | 815-753-8740

When: Wednesday, June 19, 2013 | Initial presentations: 3:30 PM | Open to the Public: 5:30 PM

Who: Passionate entrepreneurs in all phases of
business, including startup or pre-startup;
idea stage. High school seniors and college-age
students welcome.

Why: To win cash prizes, feedback & exposure!

In business, “three strikes” is generous. If you can’t pitch
your product, service or concept in three minutes—you’re outta
there!

The 7th Annual Stateline FastPitch Competition is your chance
to prove the potential of your business idea…meet people who can
help you succeed…maybe even win a cash prize! Competitors will
have three minutes max to hit it out of the park before a panel of
judges from the business and investment community.
Verbal presentations only—no PowerPoint.

Open with a hook that grabs attention. Deliver your pitch with
energy and passion. Be creative…and hit it out of the park!

This is no field of dreams: Historically the top prize awarded
was $5,000; Separate student category/prize. All competitors will receive
invaluable feedback, a fun experience and valuable exposure to
investors, business leaders, potential mentors and media.

Click here to download the registration form. Complete instructions are on the form. If you are unable to download or complete the form, contact SPritz@eigerlab.org and request the form be emailed.