TAKE A CHANCE! Entrepreneurial Pitch Competition

TNG Worldwide CEO Larry Gaynor, author of TAKE A CHANCE!: 101 Entrepreneurial Lessons for Making It Big, invites Michigan entrepreneurs to participate in the TAKE A CHANCE! Entrepreneurial Pitch Competition aimed at celebrating Michigan’s entrepreneurial spirit. The competition begins accepting applications on March 1, 2024.

The competition allows participants to compete in one of six categories: AI and Immersive Reality; Entertainment, Media, and Content; Nutrition, Wellness, and Healthcare; Next-Generation Workforce Solutions; Urban Innovation, Transportation & Sustainable Solutions; and Emerging Student-Led Venture.

The official in-person competition will be held on September 6, 2024, at the Gem Theater in Detroit, where finalists will have the opportunity to present their business pitches. A panel of esteemed judges will award $20,000 to the first-place winner of each category, $5,000 to the runner-up, and an additional $101,000 to the overall grand prize winner.

This competition offers a unique platform for aspiring entrepreneurs to showcase their innovative ideas and gain recognition for their hard work and creativity. With a mission to encourage and promote exceptional talent within the state, TAKE A CHANCE! provides a level playing field for Michigan businesses to shine. The competition not only offers substantial prizes but also unparalleled mentorship, networking opportunities, and exposure through prominent media channels.

This competition offers a unique platform for aspiring entrepreneurs to showcase their innovative ideas and gain recognition for their hard work and creativity. With a mission to encourage and promote exceptional talent within the state, TAKE A CHANCE! provides a level playing field for Michigan businesses to shine. The competition not only offers substantial prizes but also unparalleled mentorship, networking opportunities, and exposure through prominent media channels.