Entering the challenge can give you valuable media coverage in The Miami Herald as well as exposure to possible investors for your business.

Eligibility

• Current FIU student or alumni
• Currently living in South Florida
• For-profit business ideas only
• A business idea or established business in operation for 2 years or less
• At least one of the team members must be a current FIU student or alumni

Why enter

• Networking and introductions
• Access to future events
• Learn about the startup industry
• Professional reviews of your idea/plan
• Publicity
• Recognition
• Partnership and financing

Submit your entry (executive summary up to 3 pages, minimum 10 pt fount) via email to fiuchallenge@miamiherald.com.

Visit entrepreneurship.fiu.edu for details including complete rules and application procedures.