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CONTEST ROUNDUP: The best startup competitions of 2020 for first-time founders to win up to $350,000 to grow their business

Dominick Reuter,Jennifer Ortakales   

CONTEST ROUNDUP: The best startup competitions of 2020 for first-time founders to win up to $350,000 to grow their business
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  • Business contests are a great way to test your idea, grow your network, and win cash to help grow your startup.
  • Business Insider has rounded up the best competitions that offer entrepreneurs an opportunity to connect with investors and win prizes up to $350,000.
  • Check back periodically as this calendar will be updated with new information as we find more.
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Business contests are a great way to test your idea, grow your network, and win cash to help grow your startup.

Business Insider has rounded up the best competitions that offer entrepreneurs an opportunity to connect with investors and win prizes up to $350,000.

Many competitions are geared toward student businesses, and several have deadlines coming up fast. Most require you prepare a pitch deck and a detailed business plan to submit for consideration.

Continue reading to see when you need to apply, what the awards emphasize, and important eligibility considerations.

If there's a competition you think we should include, please get in touch via email.


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