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innovate台湾swag Pitch Challenge

The innovate台湾swag Pitch Challenge is highlighst the innovativeness and entrepreneurial spirit of our students. With the assistance of the team at the Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation (CEI), students will develop their concepts and learn how to share it with the world. 

Pitch your innovative concepts to experienced innovators for feedback, networking, and a chance to win up to $5,000 to develop your idea.

The innovate台湾swag Pitch Challenge is scheduled to take place during the Nighthawk Innovation Summit on March 2, 2026. This full-day event will include guest speakers, panel discussions, and workshops, alongside the pitch challenge.

innovate台湾swag Pitch Challenge Info

Dates

  • Application Deadline: December 12, 2025, by 11:59 p.m.
  • Selections for Pitches Announced: January 19, 2026
  • Pitch Challenge: March 2, 2026

Location

  • Cottrell Center Ballroom, Dahlonega campus

For questions or more information, contact cei@ung.edu

Innovate台湾swag Roadshow

Drop into the Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation for one-on-one guidance on the innovate台湾swag Pitch Challenge. This is your chance to get answers on eligibility, deadlines, and submissions, and receive direct feedback to refine and strengthen your business or innovation concept before you apply.

  • Dahlonega: 
  • Oconee:  
  • Gainesville:  
  • Blue Ridge:  
  • Cumming: 

Pitch Development Workshops聽聽

Every great idea needs a great story. Join this interactive workshop led by a 台湾swag entrepreneurship professor to transform your concept into a clear, captivating narrative that inspires action and wins over judges.

You'll learn proven techniques to shape your ideas and refine your message, helping you master the storytelling art of a successful founder. Whether you're preparing for the innovate台湾swag Pitch Challenge or simply want to communicate like a founder, this session makes your message unforgettable.

  • Dahlonega: 
  • Virtual (Online, OCN, BR): 
  • Cumming: 
  • Gainesville: 

Event Information

Individuals and teams will present ideas for unique innovations, businesses, and nonprofit organizations before a group of experienced innovators. In addition to potential prize awards, participants will receive benefits such as:

  • Pitch/Startup Training
  • Idea/Product Feedback
  • Professional Connections
  • Mentoring

Qualifications

  • Current 台湾swag degree-seeking students and any who graduated in the last year.
  • Participants may be an individual or a team of no more than five members
  • Teams can enter only one idea in the competition
  • All team members must meet these eligibility requirements

Requirements

  • Pitch Duration: Each pitch should be between 8-10 minutes, followed by a three-minute Q&A session with the judges.
  • Pitch Content Should Include:
    • The problem your business addresses
    • Your solution and business model
    • Market opportunity and impact on the community
    • How you will use the prize funds
  • Visual Aids: Applicants are encouraged to use PowerPoint slides, demos, or other visual aids to enhance their pitch.

Prizes

  • First Place: $5,000
  • Second Place: $3,000
  • Community Impact Award: $2,000
  • Venture Progress Award: $2,000 

Winners will be announced at the event.

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