Big Idea Challenge – Virtual Presentation Round and Q&A
October 30
The Big Idea Challenge is your entry point into innovation at the University of Pittsburgh.
This fast-paced, high-impact elevator pitch competition is designed for early-stage concepts and emerging founders ready to take the next step toward turning an idea into reality. Held each fall, the Challenge invites Pitt students at every level and from any school to develop, refine, and deliver a compelling elevator pitch that communicates the problem being solved, the solution, and the value behind their big idea.
This is your chance to sharpen and advance your vision and build your innovative and entrepreneurial skills.
Important Program Dates
- Sunday, September 27 @ 11:59 P.M. – Application Deadline
- Monday, October 5 (email) – Notification of Acceptance to Virtual Presentation Round
- Wednesday, October 7, 6:00-7:30 P.M. (Zoom) – Team Information Session
- Friday, October 30, Pitch times to be scheduled with teams at a later date (Zoom) – Virtual Presentation Round and Q&A
- Friday, November 13, Afternoon, Time TBD (Big Idea Center, 3601 Forbes Ave.) – Live Final Round and Award Presentation