Special Announcement: LAST CALL to RSVP for the NVC Finals on April 23!
LAST CALL to RSVP for the NVC Finals on April 23!
RSVP for the NVC Finals on April 23 to watch top entrepreneurs pitch their innovative business ventures live to a panel of judges and compete for a share of $325,000!
This year's program highlights include:
- Opening remarks by CU Boulder Chancellor Justin Schwartz
- Dynamic emcees Albus Brooks and Dianne Myles
- Special appearances by the winners of our Specialty NVC Competitions:
- Entertainment by DJ Fa’Dorah
- Vocal performance by the In the Buff A Capella Group
- Winners of the 2025 Innovation & Entrepreneurship Awards
- Live audience voting for the $5,000 Audience Choice Award
Mark your calendar to be part of the 18th annual New Venture Challenge!
- Date: Wednesday, April 23
- Time: 6-9 p.m.
- Location: The Boulder Theater
About the New Venture Challenge (NVC)
The New Venture Challenge (NVC)—a signature program of CU Boulder’s Innovation & Entrepreneurship Initiative—is a launchpad for aspiring problem-solvers and creatives. Participants have the opportunity to build impactful ventures through entrepreneurial events and programming, community support, mentorship and the chance to compete for hundreds of thousands of dollars in funding!
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