Deadline to Apply: February 16, 2026 at 8 AM
*Tri-C Employees Not Eligible

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* 1. Full Name:

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* 2. Student ID:

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* 3. Email Address:

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* 4. Cell Phone Number:

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* 5. School/Academy:

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* 6. Name of Your Business:

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* 7. Describe the Purpose of Your Business or Idea (in one sentence):

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* 8. What problem does your business solve?

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* 9. How long have you been in business?

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* 10. Where is your business located?

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* 11. Number of employees:

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* 12. Upload your current business plan OR provide a detailed overview of your business or idea below: (Required for Consideration)

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* 13. Provide detailed overview of business or idea (if not submitting a business plan):

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* 14. Did your business make any money last year?

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* 15. What is the price or your product(s) or service(s)?

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* 16. If you sell a product, please provide us with a picture of your product (optional):

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* 17. In what area do you need the most support to grow your business (e.g., funding, marketing, equipment, technology, mentorship, etc.)

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* 18. If awarded a portion of the $15,000 prize money, how will you use the funds to grow your business? (Provide details)

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* 19. Do you have a website or social media pages related to your business or idea? If so, please provide the links:

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* 20. Would you be willing to allow The Center for Entrepreneurs and/or School of Business, Legal Professions and Hospitality to use your story for promotion of the pitch contest and grant program in printed material and/or on LinkedIn?

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* 21. Would you be willing to attend at least two in-person workshops and coaching sessions designed to help you prepare for the competition and gain valuable insights from industry professionals?

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