Startup St. Bernard Competition

About

Startup St. Bernard Competition is seeking dedicated entrepreneurs to pitch their business ideas for a chance to win cash prizes and join the growing business community of St. Bernard Parish.

Benefits

• Cash prize of at least $5,000 for all three finalists
• Grand prize package including a mix of cash and in-kind donations for the winner
• In-kind donations may include legal, accounting, marketing, and public relations services

Eligibility Criteria

• Must locate base of operations in St. Bernard Parish for at least 2 years
• Must improve St. Bernard Parish
• Must actively participate in the St. Bernard Parish entrepreneurial ecosystem
• Must be in business for 5 years or less or be an existing business creating a new division or entity
• Must have yearly revenue under $1,000,000
• Must have 5 employees or fewer
• Past cash finalists, winners, and nonprofit organizations are not eligible to enter