The Florida Atlantic Annual Business Pitch Competition is more than a contest; it’s a celebration of creativity, resilience, and entrepreneurial ambition. By bringing together students, veterans, community accelerator startups, and Spanish-language founders, the competition showcases diverse pathways to innovation while connecting founders with funding, mentorship, and real opportunities to scale.

Come be part of the energy, support the 2026 finalists, and cheer on the ideas shaping what’s next. Save your seat now by clicking this link or scanning QR code above: 2026 Business Pitch Competition 

2026 Tracks

Student Track - Sponsored by the Florida Atlantic Adams Center for Entrepreneurship. Open to current Florida Atlantic students and recent graduates (December 2025). At least one team member must be a current Florida Atlantic student or a recent graduate. Current students must be in good academic standing and enrolled in classes part‐time or full-time.

Blue/Ocean Economy Track  - Sponsored by Marine Research Hub, in collaboration with the School for Environmental Coastal & Ocean Sustainability (ECOS). Open to student founders and teams developing solutions, business ideas, technologies, or services connected to ocean, coastal, marine, or water-dependent industries.

Veteran Track - Sponsored by The Dr. Eric H. Shaw Endowment for the Veterans Entrepreneurial Excellence Awards. Open to Florida Atlantic Veterans, Florida Entrepreneurship Program alumni from Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 Cohorts.

The Runway Track - Sponsored by The Runway at Florida Atlantic University. Open to participants of the Venture Program. Participants must have completed, or received an approved waiver for, both the Entrepreneurship Boot Camp and the Market Validation Workshop.

Track en Español - Sponsored by Hispanic Unity of Florida. Para los graduados del programa intensivo de Hispanic Unity of Florida en otoño de 2025. For graduates of the Spanish-language Entrepreneur "Level-Up" Boot Camp facilitated by Hispanic Unity of Florida in Fall 2025.

Florida Atlantic Wave Competition Showcase - The Wave Competition is an applied research and entrepreneurial program open to all students, supporting innovative ideas that address real-world and community challenges through funding, mentorship, and experiential learning. Wave participants will showcase their projects during a poster session at the Business Pitch Competition.

How You Can Support:

1. Spread the Word: Share information about the competition with your networks to help us reach a wider audience and support these budding entrepreneurs.
2. Become a Mentor or Judge: If you have expertise in entrepreneurship or business, consider volunteering as a mentor or judge to provide valuable feedback and guidance to the competing teams.
3. Become a sponsor**. As a sponsor, you have the opportunity to make a difference. Your financial support will directly contribute to the success of aspiring entrepreneurs and help them turn their dreams into reality. With sponsorship comes visibility: Showcase your commitment to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship by being prominently featured in our event materials and promotional efforts.

**Sponsorship Levels: We offer a range of sponsorship packages to suit your goals and budget. Whether you choose to be a Presenting Sponsor, Track Sponsor, or contribute at a Customized Level, your generosity will be recognized and appreciated. Please call +1 561-297-3653 or email innovatefau@fau.edu for more information.

Thank you for your support in empowering and inspiring our startup entrepreneur teams. Together, we can elevate a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship in our community.

2025 Student Track Winners:

Click Here to Meet the 2025 STUDENT VENTURES

2025 Veteran Track Winners:

Click Here to Meet the 2025 VETERAN VENTURES

CONTACT US
Adams Center for Entrepreneurship
adamscenter@fau.edu
p: 561-297-3653