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Shocker New Venture Competition
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Presented by the WSU Center for Entrepreneurship
Connecting students and community with ideas to industry and resources for 18 years.
Since 2007, the Shocker New Venture Competition has offered aspiring entrepreneurs a unique opportunity to gain real-world experience. It allows participants to pitch their startup ideas, refine their business strategies, and gain valuable insights into what it takes to launch a successful company. This prestigious competition is proudly hosted and organized by Wichita State University’s Center for Entrepreneurship, dedicated to fostering entrepreneurial endeavors.
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Key Dates:
Mar. 3
Competition Applications Open
Mar. 27
12:00 PM (noon)
Applications & Business Model Video
Mar. 28 - April 3
Ongoing Business Model Judging
Apr. 4
Business Model Judging Results Announced
Apr. 9
9:00 - 11:00 AM
Meeting/Training for Trade Show Participation
May 2:
Join us at Woolsey Hall for a day filled with excitement and inspiration!
Trade Show | 10:30 A.M. - 1 P.M.
Step into the buzz of the Trade Show, where student entrepreneurs present their business ideas and prototypes. Cheer on your favorites as they pitch to judges and the public, aiming to be one of the 6 teams in the Finals!
Lunch & Key Note | 1 P.M. - 2 P.M.
The SNVC team is thrilled to welcome Derek Sorrells, Founder and Managing Partner of Scion Capital Partners, as this year’s keynote speaker.
Finals | 2 P.M. - 5:00 P.M.
Witness the excitement of the Finals, where five teams deliver compelling pitches and tackle tough questions from expert judges. Stay for the awards ceremony to find out who takes home the $25,000 grand prize!
2025 Sponsors:
A big thank you to all our sponsors for the Shocker New Venture Competition, whose collective contributions across the premium, gold, silver, and bronze tiers create a platform where startup ideas flourish. Your support is integral to the success and impact of the Shocker New Venture Competition.
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