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Pitch Dingman: Overview
Pitch Dingman is a great asset for all aspiring student entrepreneurs. I know
personally that pitching my idea allowed me to express my ideas and thoughts to
experienced entrepreneurs. The feedback I received helped me grow my idea to a
new level. The true value for Pitch is growing the 'back of the napkin' idea to
the next million dollar company.
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Chris Kobus, Cap & Gown
Do YOU have a good idea for a venture but need some help from the experts to
transform it into a thriving business? Pitch Dingman is a great program for
those who want to explore the opportunity to own and operate their own business.
If you have ever thought about giving it a try, the best and safest time to do
it is when you are a student at the University of Maryland. Where else will you
receive so much support?
The first three Fridays of the month - between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. - the Dingman Center team makes its professional investment staff and Entrepreneurs in
Residence available to hear and evaluate new business ideas. Students give a
short (3-5 minute) pitch or a persuasive overview of their idea and we provide
actionable feedback based upon The Dingman Process.
On the last Friday of the month, students can compete for $2,500 in start-up
funding at the Pitch Dingman Competition. If youre interested, bring your A game
and a polished pitch. Not ready to compete? Attend one of the competitions to
see how other students do it.
Additionally, students demonstrating the highest level of passion and ability
to start their own business may apply for incubation support from the Dingman
Center. Students chosen to incubate their start-up at the Dingman Center are
eligible to receive funding from the
Smith E-Fund, which makes
discretionary investments in select new ventures.
Students who already own and run established businesses are encouraged to
come to the Pitch Dingman sessions for more advanced advice on how best to
position their business for future success.
This is a risk-free opportunity to develop your business idea and get
important feedback on the viability of your business concept. Pitch Dingman is
an excellent introduction to the wide networking and support services the
Dingman Center delivers to the UMD community.
Get started today! Contact us at
PitchDingman@rhsmith.umd.edu
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