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Black in eCom Pitch Competition
We are excited to announce the Black in eCom Pitch Competition, sponsored by Pharrell's Black Ambition! This competition is designed to empower Black-owned businesses focused on e-commerce businesses, such as Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG), SaaS, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, and more.
We invite you to apply for a chance to win a share of $20,000 in prize money, with a grand prize of $10,000, a second-place prize of $7,000, and a third-place prize of $3,000. Applications are open from May 17th, 2023, to June 30th, 2023.
Submit your application below for a chance to showcase your innovative e-commerce solution at the Black in eCom 2023 conference, taking place August 17-19, 2023, in Atlanta, GA.
Application Process:
To apply, please complete the form below, providing all necessary information about your business, including a link to your pitch deck and a 1-minute video pitch. Ensure that your submission highlights the unique value proposition of your e-commerce solution and demonstrates its potential impact on the industry.
Eligibility Criteria:
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One or more founders must identify as Black.
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The company should be focused on e-commerce (e.g., CPG, SaaS, logistics, supply chain management, etc.).
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The business must have at minimum, a minimum viable product (MVP).
Please ensure that your submission adheres to the above criteria to be considered for the competition. Our selection committee will review all eligible applications and select finalists to pitch their solutions at the Black in eCom 2023 conference. Good luck, and we look forward to reviewing your innovative e-commerce companies!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Who is eligible to apply for the Black in eCom Solution Providers Pitch Competition?
A: The competition is open to companies with at least one founder who identifies as Black. The company should be focused on e-commerce solutions such as SaaS, logistics, supply chain management, or other related fields, and must have at minimum, a minimum viable product (MVP).
Q: What is the deadline for submitting applications?
A: Applications open on May 17th, 2023, and close on June 30th, 2023. All applications must be submitted before the deadline to be considered.
Q: How will the winners be selected?
A: A selection committee will review all eligible applications and select finalists based on the quality of their e-commerce solution, unique value proposition, and potential impact on the industry. 5 Finalists will then be invited to pitch their solutions at the Black in eCom 2023 conference, where winners will be selected based on their live presentations.
Q: What are the prizes for the competition?
A: The total prize pool is $20,000, with a grand prize of $10,000 for the first-place winner, a second-place prize of $7,000, and a third-place prize of $3,000.
Q: Can I apply if my company is not based in the United States?
A: Yes, the competition is open to companies from around the world. However, please note that finalists are responsible for their own travel and accommodation arrangements to attend the Black in eCom 2023 conference for the live pitch event.
Q: What should be included in the pitch deck and video pitch?
A: The pitch deck should provide an overview of your company, e-commerce solution, market opportunity, target customers, revenue model, and any traction or milestones achieved. The 1-minute video pitch should be a concise summary of your solution, its unique value proposition, and why your team is the right one to execute it.
Q: If selected as a finalist, what is expected of me during the live pitch event at the conference?
A: Finalists will be given a specific time slot during the Black in eCom 2023 conference to present their solution to a panel of judges and audience members. You should be prepared to deliver a compelling pitch and answer any questions from the judges or audience. Winners will be announced during the conference.