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IDEA THROWDOWN – Competition Rules & Regulations

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start-up[stahrt-uhp]

noun
1.the act or fact of starting something; a setting in motion.
adjective
2.of or pertaining to the beginning of a new project or venture, especially to an investment made to initiate such a project, as in a commercial or industrial enterprise: high start-up costs.
 


IDEA THROWDOWN 7.26.14

Do you have an idea for the next great coffee brewing gadget? An innovative small business idea? Maybe you just have a pet peeve that you’re sure you could solve given the resources? Well, get ready for a throwdown – and this time we’ll be slinging ideas instead of espresso and milk!

The idea throwdown is designed to be quick and simple.  Our goal is to reward your creativity, give you a little financial jump start, and connect you with innovative people and programs that can help you to commercialize your ideas!

WHAT’S INVOLVED?HUCKLEBERRY-ROASTERS-LOGO[2]

  1. You’ve got five minutes to pitch and validate your idea to the judges by providing basic information   about your new product, business, or service idea.
  2. We’re looking for original, creative, innovative ideas…and a great pitch!  Feel free to use a poster-board, tablet, laptop, surveys, interviews, etc (just be sure your battery is charged as power outlets are limited) to convey the general concept of your idea.
  3. There will be a Q&A session with our judges after each pitch, so be prepared to answer more detailed questions.
  4. A prototype isn’t required, but feel free to bring one if you’ve got it (or if it’s relevant to your idea).
  5. A brief business model, marketing strategy, competitive analysis and/or financial plan that can be presented to the panel is encouraged (remember you have 5 minutes, keep it streamlined).

WHAT WILL THE PANEL BE LOOKING FOR?

  •     Creativitybard
  •     Originality
  •     Innovation
  •     Potential impact of your idea
  •     Preparedness and persuasiveness of       your pitch
  •     Customer Validation on your product/service
  •     A clear plan to create, implement, and market your idea or concept

THE FINE PRINT

  1. You can go it alone or tag team it (up to 5 people per team).
  2. The idea cannot be an active business, or in the act of being developed.
  3. Submit pitch by 7/16/14 to baristanation@gmail.com – Please Include the following:MC_MasterLogo_Vertical
  4. Name or Team Name/Phone/Emails/Twitter Handle
  5. Brief pitch or description of your idea/concept.
  6. Any business model, marketing strategy, competitive analysis, and/or financial plan documents you may have (these may also be presented to the panel during your five minute throwdown time).
  7. Ideas/concepts must be original and legal in the USA.
  8. Slots are limited, so submit your pitch quickly!
  9. Once your information is received (by 7/16/14), you will be notified of your Idea Throwdown time slot during Barista Nation Denver (Sat, 7/26/14).

The best pitch will win, the first ever, Barista Nation Denver “Idea Throwdown”, and a cash prize donated by Huckleberry Roasters, Marley Coffee & Bard Coffee.

“Startup companies can come in all forms and sizes. A critical task in setting up a business is to conduct research in order to validate, assess and develop the ideas or business concepts in addition to opportunities to establish further and deeper understanding on the ideas or business concepts as well as their commercial potential.” – WIKI

 

Our sponsors are the ones who make Barista Nation happen! Thank you for bringing Barista Nation to Denver July 26, 2014.

Our sponsors are the ones who make Barista Nation happen! Thank you for bringing Barista Nation to Denver July 26, 2014.

 


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