The Entrepreneurs Challenge | A Shark Tank-like Showcase

FINALISTS ANNOUNCED!

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JUDGES ANNOUNCED!

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PRIZE PACKAGES worth over $50,000! 

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See the Challenge Champions Prize Packages

We know you want to GROW your business – The problem is there are SO MANY tasks and only ONE of you!!

This can feel overwhelming and exhausting – We believe you deserve to have your business’s hard work on display.

As your local Chamber of Commerce, we know how difficult it can be to get your business recognized.

That’s why we’ve created a pitch-like competition to help promote hundreds of local, small businesses from a variety of platforms through the Entrepreneur’s Challenge, a Shark Tank-like Showcase event.

Finalists Showcase:
Saturday, May 21st | 12:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Center Court of the Eden Prairie Center

 

Purpose:

The Entrepreneurs Challenge is a Shark Tank-Inspired Showcase hosted by Eden Prairie Chamber of Commerce.  We will select up to 6 entrepreneur finalists from the pool of entrepreneur applicants that own or operate businesses in or near Eden Prairie.  Those finalists receive the chance to occupy rent-free retail space, as well as engage with local business partners and consumers.  On Saturday, May 21, 2022, each finalist will showcase their individual business entry to a panel of local business leaders in Center Court at the Eden Prairie Center, where up to 3 entrepreneurs will be awarded the top prizes.

Rules and Eligibility:

  • Product in relation to food entries are subject to pre-packaged food items only.
  • Product or service must be offered/available within Eden Prairie.
  • Proof of citizenship or lawful presence is required.
  • Regarding 3-Month Rent-Free Retail Space at Eden Prairie Center:
    • As-is location of retail space is subject to property owner’s discretion and availability.
    • 3-month rent-free term must be consecutive and without interruption.
    • The prize-winning applicant will be subject to Eden Prairie Center, LLC’s License Agreement requirements.
    • Previous or existing Eden Prairie Center businesses are not eligible to enter.

 

Sponsored by: 

TITLE SPONSOR | $5,000+
$15,000

SIGNATURE SPONSORS | $2,500

 

VISIONARY SPONSORS | $1,000

 

INNOVATION SPONSORS | $500

EVENT SPONSORS | $50+

 

 

 

 

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