USF Team Startup Challenge

Overview

USF Team Startup Challenge Flyer

Welcome to the USF Team Startup Challenge!

Are you ready to transform your entrepreneurial dreams into reality?

The USF Team Startup Challenge is an exhilarating, half-day event crafted to ignite your innovative spirit and equip you with the skills needed to launch your own successful startup.

Event Details

  • 9:15 a.m.-10:00 a.m.: Breakfast & Networking
  • 10:00 a.m.-10:15 a.m.: Opening remarks/ competition rules/ introduction to judges
  • 10:15 a.m.-10:45 a.m.: Challenge 1
  • 10:45 a.m.-11:00 a.m.: Teams responses, feedback, and scoring
  • 11:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.: Challenge 2
  • 11:30 a.m.-11:45 a.m.:  Team Responses, feedback, and scoring
  • 11:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m.: Challenge 3
  • 12:15 p.m.-12:30 p.m.: Team responses, feedback, and scoring
  • 12:30 p.m.-1:00 p.m.: Lunch
  • 1:00 p.m.-1:30 p.m.: Challenge 4
  • 1:30 p.m.-1:45 p.m.: Team Responses, feedback, and scoring
  • 1:45 p.m.-2:15 p.m.: Challenge 5
  • 2:15 p.m.-2:30 p.m.: Team responses, feedback, and scoring
  • 2:30 p.m.- 3:00 p.m.: Announcement of 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners

Why Participate?

  • Test Your Knowledge: Put your entrepreneurial theories to the test in a dynamic, hands-on environment.
  • Skill Building: Develop and hone essential skills such as strategic thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication.
  • Networking: Connect with fellow innovators, potential mentors, and industry leaders who can help elevate your startup journey.
  • Real-World Experience: Gain practical experience and insights that are crucial for any aspiring entrepreneur.

What to Expect

Student teams will be given challenging problems that most founders experience during the first year of launching a startup.

The top teams will earn an exclusive opportunity to enjoy coffee, lunch, or dinner with one of our esteemed judges鈥攕uccessful entrepreneurs who can offer invaluable insights and connections!

Application Deadline is october 11th, 2024

CONTACT

For further information, please contact Frank Nunez at fnunez2@usf.edu or Tim Ernest at ernestt@usf.edu.