New Venture Seed Fund (NVSF) Competition 2017 Rules & Regulations
|
|
- Brandon Tucker
- 5 years ago
- Views:
Transcription
1 New Venture Seed Fund (NVSF) Competition 2017 Rules & Regulations The is an opportunity for Humber and Guelph-Humber grads or near-grads to win up to $10,000 of funding towards their business s startup expenses. Eligibility 1. The (NVSF) is open to Humber and Guelph-Humber students in good academic standing who have or will complete full-time studies between May 1, 2016 and August 31, At least one member of the team must be a Humber College or Guelph-Humber student or recent graduate. 3. Previous entrants who have not won are eligible to enter the competition. Previous winners are not eligible to enter the competition. How to Enter To enter the New Venture Seed Fund competition, applicants must submit the following entry requirements by Thursday, March 16, 2017 at 4:00pm through i. Full name, home and mailing address, telephone number and address, as well as student number, for each applicant or team member. If submitted by a team, the lead team member must be clearly identified. Please Note: The college will communicate only with the lead member. The lead member must be a Humber College or Guelph-Humber student or recent graduate. ii. A resume for each applicant or team member. Each resume must not exceed two pages (11 point font minimum). The resume should include a chronological record of education and work experience. iii. A business plan that covers all of the sections and details included in the Business Plan Evaluation Criteria found in Appendix A. iv. Other materials that you wish to include to add credibility to your submission, such as video, sketches, and letters of reference can be uploaded on the application site under supporting material. Prototypes or samples may be dropped off at the Centre for Entrepreneurship building (Lake Shore Campus, G Building) or the Humber Research Office (North Campus D224). v. Disclosure of all applications for other seed funding, either in progress or completed. 1 P age
2 vi. vii. Permission for the Centre for Entrepreneurship and the New Venture Seed Fund adjudication panel to review submitted materials, their academic record, and speak to faculty and program coordinators in order to assess the NVSF proposal. Permission for the Centre for Entrepreneurship to use their names, city of residence and images for promotional purposes. Please Note: Applicants will retain ownership of all intellectual property contained in their submissions. Humber College, the Centre for Entrepreneurship and their employees relinquish any interest in any intellectual property submitted through this contest. Selection Criteria 1. Selection criteria includes: i. Quality and completeness of the business plan, ii. Capacity for generating employment, iii. Estimated potential for sustainability, iv. Academic record, and v. Experience 2. All applicants will be contacted regarding the results of their application no later than April 13, Unsuccessful applicants may be offered further assistance in developing and launching their new venture. Awards Funding 1. Successful applicants will be assigned a mentor with whom they will develop a written plan specifying milestones and deliverables, and detailed schedule of startup expenses for application of contest funds. Please Note: Guidelines for eligible and ineligible expenses are found in Appendix B. 2. The Dean of Applied Research & Innovation (ARI) must approve the plan and schedule of expenses before any funds may be committed or used. 3. Agreed-to expenses will be paid directly by Humber Applied Research & Innovation in the form of directly purchasing supplies or equipment, paying an invoice, or reimbursing outof-pocket expenses. Funds cannot be used to cover expenses incurred before the plan and schedule of expenses are approved by the Dean of ARI. 4. All funds must be spent by March 30, P age
3 Information Sessions Advice about the development of the full and complete submission is available through the following information sessions: Lakeshore Campus 3199 Lake Shore Bvld., Etobicoke, Ontario Date Time Location Tuesday, January 24, :00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. G105 Thursday, January 26, :00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. G105 North Campus 205 Humber College Blvd., Toronto, Ontario Date Time Location Monday, January 23, :00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. D109 Wednesday, January 25, :00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. D109 Summary of Important Dates: Date Time Item Where Monday, January 23, 2017 Tuesday, January 24, 2017 Wednesday January 25, 2017 Thursday, January 26, 2017 Thursday, March 16, 2017 Thursday, April 13, 2017 Monday, April 17, :00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Information Session Information Session Information Session Information Session 4:00 pm Final application due 4:00 pm Winners Notified Meetings with Winners Begin Humber North Campus D109 Humber Lakeshore Campus G105 Humber North Campus D109 Humber Lakeshore Campus G105 or humbercfe.fluidreview.com Via To be arranged 3 P age
4 Appendix A New Venture Seed Fund 2017 Business Plan Evaluation Criteria Executive Summary 0 5 points Provides a concise summary of the business or business idea. The Business/Product 0 5 points Describes nature of business (type and legal structure) Identifies and describes the products/services Identifies what makes the products/services special/unique Identifies business set-up (home-based, leased/owned space, location specifics) Identifies technical considerations, e.g. process/technology, proprietary info. (if applicable) Business/Produce/Innovation is viable Industry Analysis 0 5 points Identifies, at a macro level, larger industry of which the business is a part, including recent trends, current situation and outlook The Business has the capacity for generating employment and has potential for sustainability. Competitive Analysis 0 5 points Identifies principal competitors Identifies competitor s strengths and weaknesses, (e.g. quality, customer satisfaction) Explains competitive positioning Market Analysis 0 5 points Identifies target markets and market potential for the business Provides customer analysis/description Marketing Plan 0 5 points Defines marketing objectives/strategies to frame the business in the market Describes promotional strategy Provides sales forecast assumptions and projections Management Plan 0 5 points Defines management roles and assigns responsibilities Defines key competencies needed for business; assesses staff skills re key competencies Provides staffing plan and plans for staff growth (if applicable) 4 P age
5 Financial Plan 0 5points Provides a list of start-up costs (if applicable) Presents a list of sources and uses of funds Provides projected monthly profit, loss and cash flow statements for the first year of operation Provides annual projected profit, loss and cash flow statements Provides a projected balance sheet Critical Risks 0 5 points Identifies potential barriers or problems which could arise Describes contingency plans if problems arise Appearance 0 5 points The Business plan is professional in appearance, utilizing good grammar and correct spelling Reviewer Total (50 points possible) 5 P age
6 Appendix B Use of NVSF Competition Funds New Venture Seed Fund 2017 Eligible and Ineligible Expenses The following is meant to serve as a guideline for competition winners. This guide will provide clarification regarding typical eligible and ineligible uses of the awarded funds. All proposed expenses must be reviewed and recommended by the team s assigned mentor, and approved by the Dean of Applied Research and Innovation. Competition funds can be spent on items that advance the development of the winner s business in accordance with the stated business goals and milestones as per the signed agreement. All expenditures must be incurred after the effective start date of the agreed-upon spending period. Eligible and ineligible expenses are not necessarily limited to those listed below: Marketing Promotional materials i.e. branded swag items, print media, banners, posters are eligible expenditures Business cards Conference fees and other networking opportunities, if directly related to the advancement of the business Exhibitor fees (i.e. booths, advertisements) Promotional giveaways exceeding $50 If the team does not have members with expertise in the following areas, they can allocate a portion of their awarded funds towards the following: Promotional o Design for promotional material o Videography o Other PR-related work Awarded funds cannot be spent on the following: Travel expenses Legal 6 P age
7 If the team does not have members with expertise in the following areas, they can allocate a portion of their awarded funds towards the following: Legal services (i.e. incorporation, partnership agreements) Accounting and Finance If the team does not have members with expertise in the following areas, they can allocate a portion of their awarded funds towards the following: Accounting services o Financial statement reporting o Corporate setup Operations, including technology and equipment Inventory Approved equipment. Typical approved equipment purchases include: o Tablets, laptops, cameras, and other unique equipment essential to the advancement of the business o Computer software, i.e. software for design, sales, accounting, customer relations that is not accessible through Humber facilities Domain name registration fee Membership fees, if directly related to the advancement of the business Corporate accounts Shipping costs and duty charges Awarded funds cannot be spent on the following: Office equipment and supplies, i.e. desk chair, desk, printer, paper, ink, etc. Vehicles Cell phones Maintenance of equipment or property Rent expenses Utilities costs Entertainment expenses, gifts, food and alcoholic beverages Business insurance Research, including product and service development Prototype development o Material costs If the team does not have members with expertise in the following areas, they can allocate a portion of their awarded funds towards the following: Web/mobile design/development Prototype development contract services Awarded funds cannot be spent on the following: Intellectual property-related costs, including Patent costs, Trademark costs, Name searches 7 P age
8 Human Resources Up to 50% can be allocated to the startup s team members as a bursary o The bursary will be paid out through Humber s Alumni and Advancement office as the agreed-upon milestones for that pay period are met and approved by the Dean of Applied Research and Innovation. o The startup team members will work with a CfE team appointed by the Dean of Applied Research and Innovation and the startup team s assigned mentor to determine how to allocate the bursary amongst the team members Bursaries will need to be reported on the recipient s end-of-year tax return Awarded funds cannot be spent on the following: Employee benefits Education or Professional Development 8 P age
OFFICIAL RULES & GUIDELINES
OFFICIAL RULES & GUIDELINES ENTRY GUIDELINES PURPOSE OF PROGRAM To encourage the founding of high-potential new ventures and to reward the developers of promising business plans. ELIGIBILITY Team Size
More informationOpportunity Quest 2016 Snow College Business Innovation Competition
Opportunity Quest 2016 Snow College Business Innovation Competition www.facebook.com/snowcollegebusiness www.snow.edu/business Student Competition Packet FOR SNOW COLLEGE STUDENTS Sponsored by: Snow College
More informationTexas Venture Labs Investment Competition
Texas Venture Labs Investment Competition The Texas Venture Labs Investment Competition (TVLIC) is designed to mimic the real-world process of raising venture capital. Graduate students from the University
More information2018 Competition Guidelines
The BMO Financial Group Business Plan Competition 2018 Competition Guidelines International Business and Entrepreneurship Centre University of New Brunswick, Fredericton Campus 2 Table of Contents Table
More information2014 Fire Pit Competition
2014 Fire Pit Competition Official Rules, Requirements, and Judging Criteria Welcome to the 2014 NSBE- Preneur Fire Pit Competition ( Fire Pit ). We appreciate your interest in participating in this year
More informationCozad New Venture Competition. Official Rules, Requirements, and Judging Criteria
Cozad New Venture Competition Official Rules, Requirements, and Judging Criteria Welcome to the annual V. Dale Cozad New Venture Competition (CNVC), started in the year 2000. We appreciate your interest
More informationAC JumpStart Application Guidelines
AC JumpStart Application Guidelines What is AC JumpStart? AC JumpStart is an innovative incubation and mentorship program, funded by FedDev Ontario, aimed at helping technology startups establish and grow
More informationAlberta Innovates Innovation Voucher Program
Program Guide Introduction The Alberta helps small technology and knowledge-driven businesses in Alberta get their ideas and products to market faster. Companies can apply for vouchers worth up to $15,000
More informationEnterprise Solution Centre Programme Frequently Asked Questions
Food Innovation Australia Limited (FIAL) Enterprise Solution Centre Programme Frequently Asked Questions INTRODUCTION FIAL s Enterprise Solution Centre Programme (ESCP) connects businesses with researchers
More informationCall for Proposals. Undergraduate Research and Innovation (URI) and TechQuest Innovation Awards Spring 2017
Call for Proposals Undergraduate Research and Innovation (URI) and TechQuest Innovation Awards Spring 2017 URI Phase-2 Student Seed Grants ($3,000 Each Project): Track-1 ONLY: Technology/Product Development
More informationSTUDENT COMPETITION PACKET
Opportunity Quest The University of Utah Executive Summary Competition STUDENT COMPETITION PACKET 2016-2017 FOR STUDENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF UTAH Academic Year 2016-2017 Opportunity Quest Lassonde Entrepreneur
More information2018 Guidelines and Overview
2018 Guidelines and Overview 100 https://www.up.edu/franzcenter/entrepreneurship/2018-100kventure-competition.html https://www1.up.edu/franzcenter/entrepreneurship/venture- Table of Contents I. GENERAL
More informationPitch Contest STUDENT COMPETITION RULES 2016 (801) weber.edu/entrepreneurship.
Pitch Contest STUDENT COMPETITION RULES 2016 weber.edu/entrepreneurship entrepreneurship@weber.edu (801) 626-7368 1 Calendar of Events Wednesday, October 5, 2016: Video and Application Form due @ 11:59pm
More informationSponsorship Package. 3-4 February, Mcmaster Innovation Park Hamilton, ON.
HACK THE HAMMER Sponsorship Package 3-4 February, 2018 Mcmaster Innovation Park Hamilton, ON sponsorship@hackthehammer.com What is Hack the Hammer? Hack the Hammer will be Hamilton s first, overnight,
More informationSIE Fresh Ideas Competition Guidelines for Entrants
SIE Fresh Ideas Competition 2015-2016 Guidelines for Entrants The SIE Fresh Ideas Competition is looking for promising ideas which could turn into potential businesses. The competition is aimed at students
More informationGrant Application. Deadlines: January 23 rd, April 23 rd, July 23 rd and October 23 rd
Grant Application Mission: Libra Future Fund was created to capitalize upon the energy and creativity that Maine s young people embody and to combat youth out-migration by supporting initiatives that increase
More informationCompetition Overview. Baylor Entrepreneurship New Venture Competition. Rules & Procedures.
Baylor Entrepreneurship New Venture Competition Competition Overview Rules & Procedures newventurecomp@baylor.edu 2016 w w w. b a y l o r. e d u / b u s i n e s s / n e w v e n t u r e c o m p e t i t
More informationThe Chinese University of Hong Kong Vice-Chancellor s Cup of Student Entrepreneurship 2015
The Chinese University of Hong Kong Vice-Chancellor s Cup of Student Entrepreneurship 2015 The Center for Entrepreneurship (CfE) of The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) invites all students attending
More information29th John Ruffatto Business Startup Challenge - April 13, 2018 Competition Overview & Guidelines
Judging Criteria 1 Submission Process & Deadlines: 1 Competition Day Format 2 Written Submission Guidance 2 Financial Projection Guidance 4 Presentation Guidance 5 Judging Criteria Your team may want to
More information2017 Vice Chancellor s Awards in Excellence Program Guidelines
2017 Vice Chancellor s Awards in Excellence Program Guidelines The Vice Chancellor s Awards in Excellence (VCAIE) Program recognizes outstanding achievements by personnel of Texas A&M AgriLife, comprised
More informationPro Business Plan Competition Issue Date: April 10, 2017
Pro 2017 09 Business Plan Competition Issue Date: April 10, 2017 The Children's Board of Hillsborough County, in partnership with the Nonprofit Leadership Center of Tampa Bay, Inc., announces the 12th
More informationTHE CHINESE UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG
THE CHINESE UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG ITC Technology Start-up Support Scheme for Universities Guidelines (Last update: 27 September 2017) 1. Introduction 1.1. In 2014-15, the Innovation and Technology Commission
More informationSponsorship Agreement/Sub-Grant Posted Date June 6, 2016 Due Date for Applications Cycle 1: Cycle 2: July 15, 2016 January 13, 2017
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS Xcel Energy Renewable Development Fund MnSCU Block Grant Award Type Sponsorship Agreement/Sub-Grant Posted Date June 6, 2016 Due Date for Applications Cycle 1: Cycle 2: July 15, 2016
More information2018 Industry-Supported Symposia Guidelines
Proposals for Industry- Supported Symposia in conjunction with the 2018 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting are due June 1, 2018. GENERAL The ACR has designated the following dates and times for Industry-Supported
More informationREGION S NEW VENTURE CHALLENGE Guidelines and Rules
REGION S NEW VENTURE CHALLENGE Guidelines and Rules Samford University s Brock School of Business and Regions Bank team up annually for the Regions New Venture Challenge business plan competition for Samford
More informationTRAFFIC DATA COLLECTION REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
PIMA ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS 2014-2016 TRAFFIC DATA COLLECTION REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS Proposals may be obtained by contacting: Pima Association of Governments 1 E. Broadway Blvd, Ste.401 Tucson, AZ 85701
More informationThe Royal Academy of Engineering. Enterprise Hub. Call for proposals
The Royal Academy of Engineering Enterprise Hub Call for proposals Deadline for proposals: 5 pm 1st March 2018 Please send all submissions to: enterprise@raeng.org.uk 1 The Academy is seeking a training
More informationCanadian Agricultural Automation Cluster: Call for Proposals
Canadian Agricultural Automation Cluster: Call for Proposals Deadline: 5pm EST Tuesday November 14, 2017 The Initiative: Vineland Research and Innovation Centre (Vineland) is currently developing a large-scale
More informationFACULTY RESEARCH GRANTS
FACULTY RESEARCH GRANTS The purpose of a Faculty Research Grant (FRG) at Minnesota State University, Mankato is to encourage excellence in research, scholarship, and creative activities among Minnesota
More informationENGineering for Innovation & ENtrepreneurship (ENGINE) Grants
ENGineering for Innovation & ENtrepreneurship (ENGINE) Grants The Penn State Fund for Innovation is committed to fostering the translation of basic research into technologies that show immediate potential
More informationNova Southeastern University Collee of Health Care Sciences and College of Nursing. FY 2018 Faculty Research and Development Grant
Nova Southeastern University Collee of Health Care Sciences and College of Nursing FY 2018 Faculty Research and Development Grant Grant Application Guidelines and Procedures Table of Contents Table of
More informationOLIN CUP. WELCOME KIT September 11, 2014
2014 OLIN CUP WELCOME KIT September 11, 2014 Welcome to the 2014 Olin Cup Competition! Since 1988 the Olin Business School at Washington University in St. Louis has held an engaging competition for entrepreneurs
More informationSpark Innovation Challenge. Info Kit innovacorp.ca/spark
innovacorp.ca/spark INTRODUCTION With five successful rounds of the under our belt four in Cape Breton and one in western Nova Scotia it s time to ignite the start-up community in a bigger way. That s
More informationTri-Council Research Expense Eligibility and Documentation Guide
Tri-Council Research Expense Eligibility and Documentation Guide Last Revised: March 2014 1 Administration of Tri-Council Grants This guide contains details regarding expense eligibility guidelines for
More informationThe Medical Capital Innovation Competition 2018 April 23-24, 2018 The Global Center for Health Innovation Cleveland, OH OFFICIAL COMPETITION RULES
The Medical Capital Innovation Competition 2018 April 23-24, 2018 The Global Center for Health Innovation Cleveland, OH OFFICIAL COMPETITION RULES OVERVIEW: BioEnterprise (Organizer) and The Global Center
More informationWinner(s) of the competition will be awarded monies to fund their startup. Competition winners can expect the following awards:
ilaunch Competition Welcome to Texas Tech University (TTU) Innovation Hub at Research Park (the Hub) ilaunch Competition, the tech pitch event to identify, grow and launch startup companies. The competition
More informationMulti-Sport Hosting* Capacity Building Sport Development / Inclusion
City Enrichment Fund Sport & Active Lifestyles Program Handbook To provide opportunities for the residents of the City of Hamilton to enjoy and actively participate in sport while: enhancing social, economic
More information* Any work not collected by this date will be disposed of unless by prior arrangement
2018 Guidelines Important Dates for 2018 Entries open 19th February Word Entries close 14th May Art and Music Entries Close 16th July Shortlisted works notified 24th July People s Choice Voting 3rd to
More informationCOMPETITION PACKET $300,000 IN AVAILABLE FUNDING
$300,000 IN AVAILABLE FUNDING CONTENTS Competition Overview... 4 Which Community Track is Right for Your Team?... 5 Track #1: BE in Abilene... 6 Track #2: New Ideas... 9 Track #3: Small Business... 12
More informationREQUEST FOR PROPOSALS COMMUNICATIONS CONSULTANT. The New Orleans City Council seeks proposals from marketing, public relations and/or
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS COMMUNICATIONS CONSULTANT The New Orleans City Council seeks proposals from marketing, public relations and/or communications professionals to assist the City Council as a whole and
More informationExperience the Change
Experience the Change February 20-22, 2018 Entrepreneurship Challenge Experience the Change ENTREPRENEURIAL CHALLENGE 1ST PRIZE $10,000 PLUS! One Year of Mentoring from a Business Coach One Promo Video
More information2018 Guidelines Community Grant Program
2018 Guidelines Community Grant Program Grant applications are due Friday, October 13, 2017 by 4:30 PM 2 P a g e TABLE OF CONTENTS PURPOSE...... 4 FUNDING CATEGORIES...... 5 ELIGIBILITY...... 6 INELIGIBILITY......
More informationREQUEST FOR PROPOSALS JAMES H. ZUMBERGE FACULTY RESEARCH & INNOVATION FUND ZUMBERGE INDIVIDUAL RESEARCH AWARD
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS JAMES H. ZUMBERGE FACULTY RESEARCH & INNOVATION FUND ZUMBERGE INDIVIDUAL RESEARCH AWARD APPLICATION DEADLINE: 5 pm, Monday, January 8, 2018 PURPOSE The primary purpose of the Zumberge
More informationSantander Universities Entrepreneurship Awards Information Pack
Santander Universities Entrepreneurship Awards Information Pack Following the success of the Entrepreneurship Awards in previous years we are delighted to announce that we will be repeating the awards
More informationNikon Photo Contest Call for entries
Nikon Photo Contest 2016-2017 Call for entries 2016.10.17 2017.2.27 Entry Guidelines All categories in photography and video will accept entries from any digital device, including smartphones except for
More informationUTSA Smart Grid Security Research
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION UTSA Smart Grid Security Research SPONSORED BY THE OFFICE OF THE VICE PRESIDENT FOR RESEARCH The Smart Grid Security Research program, sponsored by the Office of the Vice President
More informationSeed Grant Application Instructions
Seed Grant Application Instructions Key Dates: Application Submission Tuesday, April 10, 2018 by 5:00 PM (EST) Grant Notification June 15, 2018 Upcoming Application Deadlines TBD, in August 2018 & December
More informationApply and find out more innovationhub.ttu.edu
ilaunch Competition Welcome to Texas Tech University (TTU) Innovation Hub at Research Park (the Hub) ilaunch Competition, the investor pitch event to identify, grow and launch startup companies. The competition
More informationGrants to Institutions
Grants to Institutions A Guide to Administrative Procedures Grant Administration Division Introduction IDRC accountability Management philosophy Recipient accountability Technical reporting Financial reporting
More information2018 Rice University Business Plan Competition April 5-7, 2018 Houston, Texas
2018 Rice University Business Plan Competition April 5-7, 2018 Houston, Texas Official Rules, Requirements, and Judging Criteria CONTENTS PAGE ABOUT, OBJECTIVE & BENEFIT 2 IMPORTANT DATES & DEADLINES 3
More informationOfficial Contest Rules. Eligibility. Implementation
Official Contest Rules The P2P: Challenging Extremism initiative (the "Contest") is being conducted by EdVenture Partners ("EdVenture Partners" or EVP ) and the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs
More information2009 Marketplace/Northern Plains Invention Contest Official Contest Rules and Guidelines
2009 Marketplace/Northern Plains Invention Contest Official Contest Rules and Guidelines The Marketplace/Northern Plains Invention Contest will be held in conjunction with Marketplace for Entrepreneurs
More information2018 Policies. March 30, Submission deadline for Sanctioned Event entries, University team entries and Executive Summary Open Review applicants
Key Dates March 30, 2018 - Submission deadline for Sanctioned Event entries, University team entries and Executive Summary Open Review applicants April 13, 2018 - All Finalists announced April 24, 2018
More informationREQUEST FOR PROPOSALS THE ROSE HILLS FOUNDATION INNOVATOR GRANT PROGRAM RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP APPLICATION
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS THE ROSE HILLS FOUNDATION INNOVATOR GRANT PROGRAM RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP APPLICATION APPLICATION DEADLINE: 12:00 pm., Monday, January 9, 2017 PURPOSE The Rose Hills Foundation is a legacy
More informationYARL GEEK CHALLENGE SENIOR -Season 7 PROSPECTUS. August, 2018 YARL IT HUB Copyright 2018, Yarl IT Hub
YARL GEEK CHALLENGE SENIOR -Season 7 PROSPECTUS August, 2018 YARL IT HUB Copyright 2018, Yarl IT Hub Table of Contents Introduction 3 Team Formation 5 2.1 Team member - Eligibility Criteria 6 2.2 Team
More informationDESIGN COMPETITION GUIDELINES
DESIGN COMPETITION GUIDELINES 1 1. INTRODUCTION 1.1 design competitions explained The purpose of a design competition is to obtain new and original solution(s) to a given project theme or brief. To this
More informationSTENOGRAPHER REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ)
STENOGRAPHER REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ) Los Angeles County Children and Families First Proposition 10 Commission (aka First 5 LA) RELEASE DATE: FEBRUARY 11, 2014 TABLE OF CONTENTS I. TIMELINE FOR
More informationTexas A&M New Ventures Competition Rules and Guidelines
Texas A&M New Ventures Competition Rules and Guidelines DATE February 1, 2018 12 p.m. March 9, 2018 11:59 p.m. Description Online application portal opens (applicants should complete the online applications).
More informationPARTICIPANT HANDBOOK
PARTICIPANT HANDBOOK 1.0 INTRODUCTION ARE YOU READY TO BREAKTHRU? Breakthru, New Brunswick s Business Plan Competition, encourages the creation and development of entrepreneurial, innovative business ventures
More informationGuides and Notes for Cyberport Accelerator Support Programme ( CASP ) Applicants
Guides and Notes for Cyberport Accelerator Support Programme ( CASP ) Applicants You are required to: To read the brochure(s) related to the CASP before submitting your application. To study these Guides
More informationAPPLICATION. St. Louis-Jefferson Solid Waste Management District. Waste Reduction and Recycling Grant Program
St. Louis-Jefferson Solid Waste Management District Waste Reduction and Recycling Grant Program APPLICATION St. Louis-Jefferson SWMD 7525 Sussex Avenue St. Louis, MO 63143 314-645-6753 www.swmd.net 2018
More informationCITY OF WEST CHICAGO DOWNTOWN RETAIL & RESTAURANT BUSINESS GRANT PROGRAM
CITY OF WEST CHICAGO DOWNTOWN RETAIL & RESTAURANT BUSINESS GRANT PROGRAM DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM The Retail & Restaurant Business Grant Program ( Program ) is sponsored by the City of West Chicago for the
More informationGraduate and Undergraduate Student Scholarly & Creative Activities Grants
SCA Student Grants updated 11/11/15 Graduate and Undergraduate Student Scholarly & Creative Activities Grants The Scholarship and Creative Activities Committee (SCAC) at SUNY Oswego oversees a series of
More informationINNOVATION PROOF OF CONCEPT GRANTS
THE UWI-TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FUND INNOVATION PROOF OF CONCEPT GRANTS GUIDE TO APPLICANTS March 2018 1. Background 1.1 In 2017, the University of the West Indies (UWI) approved
More informationVenture Development Fund Request for Proposals
Venture Development Fund Request for Proposals Summary The State of Oregon, through legislation encouraging philanthropic donations targeted to support the commercialization of research at Oregon s Universities,
More informationGuides and Notes for Cyberport Accelerator Support Programme ( CASP ) Applicants
Guides and Notes for Cyberport Accelerator Support Programme ( CASP ) Applicants You are required to: To read the brochure(s) related to the CASP before submitting your application. To study these Guides
More informationThe Ultimate Guide to Startup Success:
The Ultimate Guide to Startup Success: Launching a startup is an exciting prospect, but one that is also fraught with considerable challenges. Bringing a new idea to the marketplace requires more than
More informationEnterprise Development Fund. Purpose and Process. July 2012
Enterprise Development Fund Purpose and Process July 2012 1. Background The University has, as part of its Strategic Plan, a goal of creating a culture of enterprise and innovation across the University,
More informationRetail Incentive Grant for Downtown Raleigh Purpose: Property Improvement Assistance:
Retail Incentive Grant for Downtown Raleigh Purpose: The Downtown Raleigh Alliance is committed to helping grow retail businesses in the Downtown Raleigh area. The Retail Incentive Grant was created to
More informationPIIKANI NATION 2017 GRANT EQUITY APPLICATION FORM
How did you learn about the Piikani Grant Equity Program? (Check all that apply) Print Adverting Social Media Word of Mouth Business Contact Past/Current Client PRDL Website Other Website Other Have you
More informationGenomic Applications Partnership Program (GAPP) Investment strategy and exceptions to Genome Canada s Guidelines for Funding
Genomic Applications Partnership Program (GAPP) Investment strategy and exceptions to Genome Canada s Guidelines for Funding December 1, 2017 1 Contents 1. GAPP Overview... 3 2. GAPP Objectives... 4 3.
More informationUT Horizon Fund Student Investment Competition (UTHF SIC) 2013
UT Horizon Fund Student Investment Competition (UTHF SIC) 2013 Overview The UT Horizon Fund is hosting the 2 nd annual Student Investment Competition (UTHF SIC). The SIC is a venture creation and investment
More informationBusiness Accelerator Operator Request for Proposals. Release Date: March 14, 2017
Business Accelerator Operator Request for Proposals Release Date: March 14, 2017 Submission Date: April 14, 2017 TABLE OF CONTENTS BUSINESS ACCELERATOR OPERATOR PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITY Introduction 3 Project
More informationAncillary Events - Frequently Asked Questions
Ancillary Events - Frequently Asked Questions Table of Contents What is an Ancillary Event?... 2 Who must submit an Ancillary Event Request?... 2 Can I submit an Ancillary Event Request if I m not an exhibitor?...
More informationIncubator Support initiative. An element of the Entrepreneurs Programme
Incubator Support initiative An element of the Entrepreneurs Programme Version September 2016 Contents 1. Introduction... 4 2. Initiative Overview... 4 3. Grant amount and grant period... 5 4. Eligibility
More informationBootcamp. Handbook. Entrepreneurs. Venture Studio Entrepreneurs Bootcamp Booklet. vace.uky.edu. Von Allmen Center for Entrepreneurship
Von Allmen Center for Entrepreneurship 1 Venture Studio Entrepreneurs Bootcamp Booklet Entrepreneurs Bootcamp Handbook Von Allmen Center for Entrepreneurship vace.uky.edu 2 Entrepreneurs Bootcamp Handbook
More informationTHE SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT DALLAS BA 4308: ENTREPRENEURSHIP ROOM: SOM THURSDAY 7:00 9:45 PM FALL 05
THE SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT DALLAS BA 4308: ENTREPRENEURSHIP ROOM: SOM 2.901 THURSDAY 7:00 9:45 PM FALL 05 PROFESSOR DAVID L. DEEDS Office: 4.204 SOM Office Hrs: TH 6:00-7:00 & by appt.
More informationREQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR EVENT PLANNER MINORITY CORPORATE COUNSEL ASSOCIATION (MCCA)
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR EVENT PLANNER MINORITY CORPORATE COUNSEL ASSOCIATION (MCCA) I. OVERVIEW. The Minority Corporate Counsel Association ( MCCA ) is accepting proposals in response to this Request
More informationDUFFERIN-PEEL CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD BOARD POLICY / REGULATIONS
DUFFERIN-PEEL CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD BOARD POLICY / REGULATIONS Board Policy Number: 7.15 Subject: Effective Date: Trustee Honoraria and Expenses Revised (528) January 30, 2007; Revised (820) September
More informationCONTENTS. 1. Keep Challenging. 2. The CXO Challenge. 3. The CXO Problem Statement. 4. Timelines. 5. Prizes. 6. General Guidelines. 7.
CONTENTS 1. Keep Challenging 2. The CXO Challenge 3. The CXO Problem Statement 4. Timelines 5. Prizes 6. General Guidelines 7. Contest Rules 8. Cognizant Contact 1. KEEP CHALLENGING Over the past 20 years,
More information2017 IMDA-Tableau NIC Face-off Community-driven Data Stories Competition - Official Rules
2017 IMDA-Tableau NIC Face-off Community-driven Data Stories Competition - Official Rules THE FOLLOWING COMPETITION IS OPEN TO VALIDLY REGISTERED USERS OF TABLEAU PUBLIC WHO ARE LEGAL RESIDENTS OF SINGAPORE
More informationApart from PIs and RSEs, other applicants under the Startup SG Tech must meet the following eligibility criteria:
Startup SG Tech FAQ A. Eligibility 1. What are the eligibility criteria under Startup SG Tech? The Startup SG Tech is primarily aimed at startups that are registered or incorporated in Singapore and physically
More informationGuidelines for FLoW DOE Cleantech UP Applicants
Guidelines for FLoW DOE Cleantech UP Applicants 2016-2017 Prizes: FLoW DOE Cleantech UP prize: $50,000; FLoW Prizes: $125,000; Transformational Idea Award: $5,000. Scope: The competition s scope ranges
More informationCommercial Solutions Opening (CSO) Office of the Secretary of Defense Defense Innovation Unit (Experimental)
SECTION 1 - INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background and Authority Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) Office of the Secretary of Defense Defense Innovation Unit (Experimental) The 2014 Quadrennial Defense Review (QDR)
More informationOFFICIAL RULES 2019 HEARST HEALTH PRIZE
OFFICIAL RULES 2019 HEARST HEALTH PRIZE HOW TO ENTER: Hearst Health Prize (the Competition ): Beginning May 2, 2018 at 12:00 PM (EDT)/9:00 AM (PDT) through August 9, 2018 at 3:00 PM (EDT)/12:00 PM (PDT)
More informationCONTEST RULES. CBC Saskatchewan Future 40 Under 40 ( Contest )
CONTEST RULES CBC Saskatchewan Future 40 Under 40 ( Contest ) Phase I From 9:00 a.m. on Monday, March 3, 2014 CT to 6:30 p.m. on Friday, March 14, 2014 CT ( Phase I Contest Period ) Phase II From 6:00
More informationESOP. Employee Ownership Month ( EOM ) Poster Contest
ESOP Employee Ownership Month ( EOM ) Poster Contest 2015 8 POSTER JUDGING Although it is a separate award, a panel of five judges who also act as the judges of the famed AACE Awards will select the winner
More informationStudent Government Budget Policies and Purchasing Procedures
Student Government Budget Policies and Purchasing Procedures 2016-2017. Table of Contents Introduction..3 Funding Sources for Student Organizations 4 Guidelines for Spending the Fund 2 Budget... 4 Event
More informationMINISTRY OF SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION, MALAYSIA PRE COMMERCIALISATION FUND (TECHNOFUND) GUIDELINES FOR APPLICANTS (10 March 2011)
MINISTRY OF SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION, MALAYSIA PRE COMMERCIALISATION FUND (TECHNOFUND) GUIDELINES FOR APPLICANTS (10 March 2011) Pre Commercialisation Fund (TechnoFund) Secretariat, Fund Section,
More informationEnterprise Fellowships:
Enterprise Fellowships: Training and support for founders Applicant guidance notes 2018 Stage 1 deadline: 1 September 2018 Stage 2 deadline: 1 October 2018 Introduction Enterprise Fellowships Our Enterprise
More informationUndergraduate Funding Policies and Procedures. Undergraduate Student Organizations
Undergraduate Student Organizations Undergraduate Funding Policies and Procedures A. Eligibility Requirements of Undergraduate Student Organizations, Undergraduate Student Governments, and Sports Clubs
More informationAgribusiness Innovation Grant (AIG) Guidelines
Agribusiness Innovation Grant (AIG) Guidelines Table of Contents PURPOSE... 4 OBJECTIVE OF THE PROGRAMME... 4 Grant Categories... 4 PRINCIPLES... 5 Ineligible activities... 5 SELECTION PROCESS... 6 AIG
More informationCoulee Region Business Center, Inc. Contract Period: January 2, 2018 August 15, Estimated Funding: Not to exceed $81,000
(RFP) to Conduct a Feasibility Study Involving Expanded Business Incubation and Employee Training Services to Meet the Future Economic and Workforce Development Demands of the Region. Issued by: Western
More informationANALOG DESIGN CONTEST RULES FOR UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT DALLAS
ANALOG DESIGN CONTEST RULES FOR UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT DALLAS For purposes of these Rules, TI shall mean Texas Instruments Incorporated and its subsidiaries. TI is also referred to herein as Sponsor. 1.
More informationBADGES AND PACKETS COMMITTEE RESPONSIBILITIES. 12:00PM 5:00PM (Chairman and select Members) 8:00AM 5:00PM (Reduce to 3-5 members)
BADGES AND PACKETS COMMITTEE RESPONSIBILITIES Chairman plus 28-30 committee members. August 21, Tuesday August 22, Wednesday August 23, Thursday August 24, Friday August 25, Saturday 12:00PM 5:00PM (Chairman
More informationCLEAN TECHNOLOGY DEMONSTRATION PROGRAM PROGRAM GUIDELINES
CLEAN TECHNOLOGY DEMONSTRATION PROGRAM PROGRAM OVERVIEW PROGRAM GUIDELINES The BLOOM Clean Technology Demonstration Program (the Program ) is a merit-based, cost-share program that is supporting Ontario
More informationApplicants Webinar. Strength Resilience Justice National Crime Victims Rights Week Community Awareness Project (NCVRW CAP) April 2 8, 2017
2017 National Crime Victims Rights Week Community Awareness Project (NCVRW CAP) April 2 8, 2017 Strength Resilience Justice Applicants Webinar October 13, 2016 Use computer speakers/headset or Call (415)
More informationAdmission & Application This copy is for review only.
To help you better prepare for your application submission we have provided below the steps in which you need to complete for the online application. Criteria Admission to Venture Creations is offered
More informationCommunity Grant Program
Community Grant Program www.cifsask.org E: admin@cifsask.org Ph: 306.780.9308 The supports the availability and delivery of one-time projects, and ongoing programs and services for the benefit of Saskatchewan
More informationApparel Incubation Center at Gwalior, MP
Apparel Incubation Center at Gwalior, MP (Sponsored by Ministry of Textiles, GoI and implemented by Industrial Infrastructure Development Corporation (IIDC, Gwalior), Government of Madhya Pradesh along
More information