Tier 1 – Pre-Seed Funding
The winners of the Elevator Pitch Competition will automatically qualify for the Finalist round of the SMU Startup Launch Competition. For the winners of the best pitches, pre-seed funding and prizes will be awarded to the top 3 teams. In addition, the teams will be awarded the following:
- Early Stage Non- Dilutive Pre-Seed Funding
- Access to Workshops and Resources
- One-on-One Mentoring
- Exclusive Access to Accomplished Entrepreneurial Experts and Fellow Innovators
- Company Workspace
- Business Plan and Final Presentation Feedback
- Chance to Compete for Over $50,000 in Cash Prizes and In-Kind Donations
Tier 2 – Development and Experience
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- Access to Workshops and Resources
- One-on-One Mentoring
- Exclusive Access to Accomplished Entrepreneurial Experts and Fellow Innovators
Company Workspace - Chance to Compete for Over $50,000 in Cash Prizes and In-Kind Donations