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Formal Presentation

Weight
33.3%
Description
The Formal Presentation is a four-to-six-minute presentation where each business will share details of its product or service with a panel of judges, usually in the form of visual slides.
Guidelines & information
  • Each presenter is required to have a visual presentation piece (powerpoint, canva, A maximum of six minutes will be allowed for each business presentation.
  • A maximum of six minutes will be allowed for each business presentation.
  • Timing begins when the presenter begins speaking.
  • There is no minimum or maximum number of entrepreneurs that can present.
  • Immediately following the presentation, judges will ask questions.
  • Others in attendance are not permitted to ask questions or to comment.
  • Entrepreneurs must give the presentation live and in person.
  • Entrepreneurs are permitted to utilize handouts and other visual aids.

Please review the Formal Presentation Rubric for full judging criteria.
Submission deadline
Feb 24, 2026 11:59 PM CST
Judging deadline
Feb 25, 2026 1:30 PM CST

Rubric

Business Overview: Explains business, team and key roles, relevant experience, intended legal structure, product/service offered, location, timeline, funding needed, etc.
Marketing: Market research done to identify target market, plan to reach market, potential growth, competition, promotion/advertising, pricing strategy, etc.
Financials: Accurately projected financial requirements, cash flow, income, etc.
Presentation: Poise, confidence, comprehension, quality and relevance of slides, ability to answer judge questions, proper attire, captures attention, within time limits, etc.
Investable: The likelihood that you would invest in this business.
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