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2016 IT’S A START Pitch Competition Now Open

October 7, 2015 by Neal Lilliott

IT’S A START 2016

Start Building Your Creative Future
Call for Submissions: 2016 IT’S A START Pitch Competition

One of the best careers you can have is one where you are your own boss. The IT’S A START Pitch Competition, presented by the Digital Media and Gaming Incubator at George Brown College, provides space, support and mentoring for emerging entrepreneurs. This opportunity has helped launch the careers of some talented designers in Toronto. Now it’s your turn to step into the spotlight and start building your creative business.

Deadline for applications is January 29, 2016

 

APPLY NOW

 

WHAT IS IT’S A START

IT’S A START is an exciting and interactive pitch competition taking place at Digifest 2016. Pitch your business, convince the judges of its value, and wow the crowd in 5 minutes, and you will have the chance to win thousands in cash, incubation space, and mentorship.

IT’ S A START will provide aspiring entrepreneurs with the opportunity to:

  • Compete against innovative entrepreneurs from across the GTA
  • Refine your business plan and receive coaching during Creative Camp weekend
  • Pitch your business proposal to a panel of esteemed judges
  • Earn prizes including cash, office space at George Brown College’s Digital Media and Gaming Incubator, mentorship and more!

We are looking for the most innovative ideas from creative professionals, budding entrepreneurs, new startups, students or recent graduates who have special projects that they want to take to the next level. There is no fee to apply for this competition.

PARTNERS

Digifest Toronto Corus Entertainment School of Design

Upcoming Events

  1. PITCH IT! GBC Competition Now Open!

    January 22 - March 4
  2. How to Change the World Sustainability Challenge!

    March 1 - March 5
  3. INNOVATION FUNDAMENTALS: IDEATION

    March 2 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
  4. See It, Be It: Crushing Entrepreneurial Stereotypes – The 2021 Women Entrepreneurship Conference

    March 5 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  5. Financing Pathways – The 2021 Women Entrepreneurship Conference

    March 11 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

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