Eagle FastPitch
The Center will be running the first annual Eagle FastPitch Competition on November 6th 2009 at the Holiday Inn in Statesboro. Eagle FastPitch is a competition for individuals who have a new venture idea or who have a new idea in an existing venture. There are three categories of competitor: student entrepreneur; faculty or staff entrepreneur; and, local entrepreneur. The competition is open to residents of Statesboro and the seven surrounding counties. Competitors get help developing a three minute pitch, a short business summary and mentoring support. A cash prize of $250 and a trophy will be awarded to the winner of each category and there will be an opportunity to meet prospective investors. We are welcoming sponsors for this annual event, if you are interested contact Dr. Luke Pittaway and thank you to the existing sponsors who are: Joiner Anderson Funeral Homes; the Small Business Development Center (Statesboro); and, Southeastern Hospitality Services (Holiday Inn, Statesboro).