The top 10 entrants will receive eight weeks of expert training, coaching and mentorship to improve their “pitches” and increase their chances of raising capital.
Five finalists will get to present their business ideas to pre-selected members of the investment community – in the Okanagan and Vancouver.
The overall winner will receive $10,000 in awards; while second and third place will receive awards valued at $2,500 each.
Awards for the top three companies will include free enrolment for one year in Accelerate Okanagan’s Venture Acceleration Program, which helps high potential technology companies accelerate their growth and maximize their opportunity.
The winner of the Jump:Start Challenge will also receive one year’s free office space at Accelerate Okanagan’s Kelowna or Penticton innovation centres.
