Black Business Pitch Black Competition

 

How Ambitious Are You Really?!

Do you have what it takes to WIN? Do you see yourself as a future Millionaire through the success of a business, birthed through your creative and innovative ingenuity?  

We invite you to bring all of your Ambition to the stage and Pitch your Business in this year’s Pitch Black Competition. 

 

How We Determine The Winner:

There are three (3) rounds

 

ROUND 1

Your initial submission is due September 15, 2023. The PITCH BLACK preliminary board will review each application and reach out to applicants moving on to the second round by September 20, 2023.

ROUND 2

Applicants who make it to the second round will submit a pre-recorded video to The PITCH BLACK preliminary board. Video submissions are due September 25, 2023 The board will choose five (5) finalists from this list of applicants at our Semi-Finals event on September 30, 2023.

ROUND 3

The final five (5) applicants will meet The PITCH BLACK judges and present their business ideas in person*** at the Black Boss Summit Denver, Colorado. Each participant who advances to the 3rd and final round will be required to prepare a formal pitch. The grand prize winner and the runner-up will be chosen based on their business model and pitch presentations.

 
 

Black Boss Summit Highlights

 
 

Who Is Eligible To Apply

Black Owned Business (51% or more)

For-profit

18 years and older

Registered with your home state

Must have a Business Plan or Model

Grand Prize

The Grand Prize winner*** of the PITCH BLACK Competition will receive a $20,000 cash prize and recognition on the Black Business Initiative website and other platforms.

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*** Finalists will receive 2 complimentary VIP tickets to the entire Summit. Travel and accommodations will be the responsibility of the Finalist. Group rates are available at the SpringHill Suites. Additional tickets can be purchased at www.blackbosssummit.com. If you have friends or family that would like to support you in person but are not attending the full Summit, PITCH BLACK competition tickets can be purchased individually.