Launch your Idea!

This Informational webinar is designed to explore the many business plan competitions and innovation challenges open for Spring 2026.

These opportunities are more than just competitions; they are learning experiences that help students develop critical thinking, research, communication, and storytelling skills while gaining real-world exposure.

During this session, students will:

1. Learn about national competitions in business at different stages.
2. Understand who can participate and at what stage ideas are accepted
3. Explore deadlines, prize opportunities, and expectations
4. Discover how the EIC can support idea development and submissions

This event is open to students from all majors and backgrounds. No prior entrepreneurial experience is required.

If you’ve ever thought about turning an idea into something more, this is your starting point.