Each ticket includes dinner the taco/nacho buffet and non-alcoholic beverages.
What is a Pitch Event?
A business pitch event is a gathering where entrepreneurs and startups present their business ideas or products to a group of judges with the goal of securing funds, partnerships, and mentorship.
Presenters will have a limited time to make a compelling case, highlighting their business plan, market potential, financial projections, and unique value proposition!
The votes are in! The top 4 businesses in each category that will compete at the in-person pitch event on January 22nd 2026. are:
Current Business:
1️⃣ My HandyMaam
2️⃣ Laurie Sulsbury Author
3️⃣ Nina's Notions
4️⃣ West Wick Candle
New Business:
1️⃣ Bloom Collective
2️⃣ Copper Learning Academy
3️⃣ Salt & Earth Charcuterie
4️⃣ Sad Tribals Lazer Tattoo Removal
Finalists will present their compelling business cases, showcasing their plans, market potential, financial projections, and unique value propositions.
Prizes include:
Grand Prize (Current Business): $2,500 + 1 year of Digital & Broadcast Advertising (valued at $15,000) from WLNS-TV, WLAJ, CW
Grand Prize (New Start-up): $2,500 + Chamber Membership
Thanks to the incredible support of our : Lake Trust Credit Union, LEAP, Mercantile Bank, Journey FCU, CW 5 Lansing, WLAJ ABC 53, WLNS-TV and St. Johns Area Community Fund
Special thanks also to Small Business Association of Michigan for their support services.
