NextBillion - An Initiative of the William Davidson Institute at the University of Michigan

The NYU Entrepreneurs Challenge at the Stern School of Business is NYU’s premier springboard for the university’s most promising ventures. Part startup accelerator, part venture competition the Entrepreneurs Challenge is an 8-month long program that takes NYU ventures further, faster.

This year, more than 100 students and alumni from 19 schools and divisions across NYU’s global campuses entered to compete for over $225,000 in prizes and pro bono startup services. Over the past eight months, these teams have engaged in how-to workshops and one-on-one coaching – all in the hopes of taking their ventures to the next level.

On April 26, the finalist teams will pitch off for a chance to win the grand prize for each of their perspective tracks.

1:00 – 4:00 PM | TEAM JUDGING

In the early afternoon, each finalist team will pitch to a panel of notable entrepreneurs and industry experts. Guests attending this portion of the Final Pitch-Off will be able to not only observe each team’s full-length presentation but also listen to feedback and comments from the judges.

New Venture Competition

Exact pitch times will be shared closer to the event date.

Technology Venture Competition

Exact pitch times will be shared closer to the event date.

Healthcare & Biomed Venture Competition

Exact pitch times will be shared closer to the event date.

5:00 – 7:00 PM | PITCH SHOWCASE & AWARDS CEREMONY

In the evening, all finalist teams will give abbreviated versions of their pitches in the famed Paulson Auditorium of the NYU Stern School of Business. Guests attending this portion of the Final Pitch-Off will be able to vote for their favorite ventures and then see who receives the Audience Choice Awards and the Grand Prizes!

7:00 PM – 7:30 PM | Evening Reception & Celebration

After the pitch showcase & awards ceremony, teams and guests are then invited to stay for cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and networking.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Open to NYU affiliates and the general public.

PRO TIPS

• The Team Judging portion is for OBSERVATION ONLY. Guests are asked not to comment or ask questions during the team pitches. Exact pitch times will be shared shortly.
• For the Showcase and Awards Ceremony, doors will open at 5:30 pm. Come early to get a good seat!

• For guests planning to consume alcoholic beverages during the cocktail reception, please bring a valid photo ID.

Time: 1:00 – 7:30pm EDT