Pitch Challenge

April 21, 2025, 4-6 p.m.

The UNG Pitch Challenge is an annual event highlighting the innovativeness and entrepreneurial spirit of University of North Georgia students. With the assistance of the team at The Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation, students will develop their concepts and learn how to share it with the world.

Individuals and teams will present ideas for unique innovations, businesses, and nonprofit organizations before a group of experienced innovators for valuable feedback, connections, and of course cash prizes up to $2000 to help take their concept to the next level!

Apply for the UNG Pitch Challenge

Dates

  • Application Deadline: April 13, 2025 by 11:59 p.m.
  • Selections for Pitches Announced: Monday, April 14,2025

Location

For more information, contact the Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation.

Event Information

  • Current UNG degree-seeking students
  • 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

Pitch Requirements

  • Pitch Duration: Each pitch should be between 5-7 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 - $2,000
  • Second Place - $1,000
  • Third Place - $500

Additional Benefits:

  • Pitch/Startup Training
  • Idea/Product Feedback
  • Professional Connections
  • Mentoring
Winners will be announced at the event.

  • Innovation: Is the business idea creative or innovative? Does it address a significant need in the market?
  • Feasibility & Scalability: Can the business model be realistically implemented, and is there potential for growth?
  • Use of Funds: Is there a clear plan for how the prize money will be used to grow or launch the business?
  • Presentation: Is the pitch clear, engaging, and well-structured? Does the entrepreneur effectively communicate the potential of the business?

Christopher Greene, J.D.
Director, Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation

Evan Cantrell
Student Assistant, Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation