The Gold Business Pitch Grant
Pitch Your Idea. Win Funding.
Step on stage at the Sacramento Entrepreneur Bootcamp and present your business or idea in front of a live audience.
Prize increases as more people enter
The more participants, the bigger the prize
Limited spots available. Event ticket required.
What Is This?
This is a live pitch contest.
You get 2 minutes to present your business or idea to a real audience.
At the end, the audience chooses the winner.
WHY ENTER
Simple. Direct. Real opportunity.
Why Step Up?
• Get your business seen
• Practice your pitch
• Build confidence
• Make connections
• Compete for a cash prize
How It Works
• Limited to 15–20 participants
• Each person gets 2 minutes
• You present your idea or business
• Audience listens and reacts
• Winner is chosen live by the audience
THE PRIZE
The Gold Business Pitch Grant
Minimum $300 Prize
The prize grows as more people enter.
More participants = bigger prize
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
What You Need
• You must have an event ticket
• You must register for the pitch contest
• You must be present to pitch
HOW TO PREPARE
What To Say In Your Pitch
Keep it simple:
• What you do
• Who you help
• Why it matters
• What you need
Clear beats complicated
HOW THE WINNER IS CHOSEN?
Audience Vote
The audience decides the winner.
How:
• applause
• energy
• reaction
The strongest pitch wins.
Limited spots. First come, first served.
WHEN IT HAPPENS
Pitch Contest Time:
During the Evening Mixer
Around 7:00 PM
This is one of the most exciting moments of the event.
You can watch… Or you can take the stage.
Pitch Contest Policy
• Minimum of 5 participants required
• If fewer than 5 register, the contest may be canceled
• If canceled, all entry fees are refunded
• Refunds issued within 5–7 business days
GOLD BUSINESS PITCH GRANT — OFFICIAL CONTEST RULES
1. Eligibility
To participate in the Gold Business Pitch Grant:
• You must have a valid Sacramento Entrepreneur Bootcamp event ticket
• You must complete pitch contest registration
• You must be present at the event at the time of the contest
2. Entry Fee
• Entry fee is $50 per participant
• Entry fee does not include event admission
• Entry fees are required to secure a pitch slot
3. Participant Limit
• The pitch contest is limited to 15–20 participants maximum
• Spots are first come, first served
• Once all spots are filled, registration will close
4. Pitch Format
• Each participant will have 2 minutes to present
• A visible timer will be used
• Pitches must be completed within the time limit
• Participants may not exceed the allotted time
5. Presentation Guidelines -
Participants should clearly communicate:
• What their business or idea is
• Who it serves
• Why it matters
• What they are offering or seeking
6. Judging
The winner will be determined by a live audience vote
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Audience response may include:
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applause
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energy
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engagement
• The strongest overall audience response wins
7. Prize
• The contest includes a minimum $300 prize pool
• The total prize increases based on participation
• A portion of entry fees contributes to the prize pool
8. Minimum Participation Requirement
A minimum of 5 participants is required
• If fewer than 5 participants register, the contest may be:
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canceled, or
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modified at the discretion of the event host
9. Refund Policy (Contest Only)
• If the pitch contest is canceled, all entry fees will be fully refunded
• Refunds will be issued within 5–7 business days
10. Event Conduct
• All participants must conduct themselves professionally
• Disruptive or inappropriate behavior may result in removal from the contest
• No refunds will be issued for removal due to misconduct
11. Content Restrictions
Participants may not present:
• illegal activities
• explicit or inappropriate content
• prohibited industries (as defined by venue guidelines)
12. Right to Modify
The event host reserves the right to:
• adjust the format
• modify timing
• make necessary changes to ensure a smooth event
13. Agreement
By entering the contest, participants agree to all rules and policies listed above.