Fowler Business Concept Challenge "The excitement that they brought reinforced the need and the energy behind this." Nicki Hangsleben ’21 MBA, 2020 FBCC finalist winner & Founder of QUEERSPACE Collective on the encouraging feedback from judges during her participation in the Challenge
Workshops Register online! NOTE: All sessions will be held in FDC 102A/Innovation Hub, 1st floor Facilities & Design Center (FDC)
Let’s Get Started Sept. 21st: 5:30 - 6:30 PM Learn how to get started! Find a problem you're passionate about and think through the early stages of your concept.
Understanding your Problem & Ideating a Solution Sept. 29th: 5:30 - 6:30 Discover how to use primary and secondary research to gain a deeper understanding of your problem and the unique value proposition your solution provides.
From Idea to Business Oct. 4th: 5:30 - 6:30 PM
Mentor Swarm Oct. 12th: 5:30 - 7:00 PM
Hone in on the market opportunity for
Connect with several mentors for feedback
your solution, brainstorm a business
on your submission prior to the deadline.
model, and determine what makes your venture investor-worthy.
Win a $15,000 scholarship for your idea! One-on-One Help Sessions: • Openings available week of October 4th and 11th • 30-minute sessions per individual or team with mentors via Zoom
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Business Concept Challenge
Key Dates Concept Submission Deadline October 18 Due Online by 11:59 PM Ebenezer Dadson ’21, 2020 finalist and winner of the $15,000 first prize scholarship
Semifinalists Announced October 27
in the Social Track.
2021 Semifinals
November 12, 8 - 11:30 AM
Finals & Awards Ceremony November 12, 1 - 4 PM
Rachel Farah, 4th place winner in the 2020 Business Track with her concept VisUplan.