City of Virginia Beach, VA

10/18/2021 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/18/2021 13:45

Registration Open for ‘Ignite Business Series Pitch Competition’ Event on Nov. 20

The first Ignite Business Series Pitch competition is scheduled for Nov. 20, 2021 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Zeiders American Dream Theater, 4509 Commerce Street in Virginia Beach. Young adult entrepreneurs are invited to apply to pitch for a dedicated time slot to present new business concepts to a panel of judges for critique and feedback while vying for a customized coaching and mentorship package courtesy of the City of Virginia Beach Economic Development's The Hive business center.

"Virginia Beach is committed to the growth and development of young adult start-up businesses," said Council Member Sabrina D. Wooten. "This fun event will offer both professional feedback and support for new business ideas and dreams to come to fruition."

APPLY TO PITCH
Interested participants can email [email protected] for an application.

RSVP TO ATTEND EVENT IN-PERSON
Audience registration is required due to limited seating. Please register to attend online here or at www.eventbrite.com/e/ignite-business-series-pitch-competition-audience-registration-tickets-192418056587.

LIVE STREAMING
The pitch competition will be available via live streaming on Facebook.com/CityofVaBeach.

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