Empowering Brave and Resilient Entrepreneurs
Are you an active duty or veteran?
A first responder?
A survivor of sex and human trafficking?
Aging out of foster care?
Living on an Indian reservation? Diagnosed with IBD or cancer?
We have a platform for you to pitch your business ideas and secure funding to bring your vision to life!
Who Can Apply?
– Active Duty and Veterans
– Firefighters, Police, EMTs
– Survivors of Sex and Human Trafficking
– Children Aging Out of Foster Care
– Individuals Living on Indian Reservations
– Clinically Diagnosed with IBD (Ulcerative Colitis or Crohn’s Disease).
Program Details:
– Submit a 3-5 minute elevator speech video
– Submit a 15-page pitch deck including an abbreviated business plan and funding ask
– Compete for a chance to be a finalist and win up to $100k
Application Timeline:
– Submissions Open: First 45 days of the 1st month of each quarter (January 1st – February 15th, April 1st – May 15th, July 1st – August 15th)
– Selection and Notification: After the submission period ends, selection and notification process begins
– Quarterly Pitch Events: Last week of each quarter
– Final/ In Person Event: Last quarter of the year
What to Include in Your Pitch:
– Clear and concise business idea
– Market analysis and target audience
– Revenue model and financial projections
– Team and their qualifications
– The ASK: Funding required and intended use (Maximum $100k)
Program Structure:
– Quarterly Events: Winners from each quarter will be selected to compete in the final pitch event.
– Final Event: Winners from the quarterly events will pitch in-person for a chance to win up to $100k.
Evaluation Criteria:
– Innovation and originality
– Market potential and scalability
– Financial viability
– Team expertise and commitment
– Social impact and alignment with Syotos Edge values
How to Apply:
– Submit your elevator speech video and pitch deck to: TBD
-Subject Line: Board Room Contestant
– Ensure all documents are complete and submitted by the deadline
– Await selection notification and prepare for the live pitch event
Join Us:
– Empowering the brave and resilient
– Fostering innovation and entrepreneurship
– Making a difference together