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SUMMARY:Pitch The Pros
DESCRIPTION:Entrepreneurs from across the country will take the stage to pitch their products before an exclusive\, elite panel of some of the biggest pros in the industry.\n\n\nAs the excitement builds\, the atmosphere is unlike anything you’ve seen before\, a true Shark Tank style experience set in an incredible outdoor park in Greenville\, South Carolina.\n\n\nAnd the weather? Absolutely perfect for an unforgettable day of innovation\, energy\, and opportunity. With sunshine and ideal outdoor conditions expected\, the stage is ready for founders to bring their best 90-second pitch and showcase their vision in front of a live audience.\n\n\nThen\, as the evening unfolds\, the momentum continues with an exclusive fireside chat featuring the one and only People’s Shark\, Daymond John.
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/pitch-the-pros/
LOCATION:PKL Park\, 78 Mayberry St\, Greenville\, SC\, 29601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Pitching
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SUMMARY:NextGEN's Sydney Cooke Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:NextGEN’s very own\, Sydney Cooke\, will be hosting Fix My Pitch Office Hours focusing on marketing & design basics. If your pitch deck\, social media channels\, or website need a design refresher\, these office hours are a great chance to get free help. Link to sign up: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1rr7gcHN0NWrBOigfeXq9Pa8OqBu6Xyv2jplRASGDvyE/edit?usp=sharing
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/nextgens-sydney-cooke-office-hours/
LOCATION:NEXT Innovation Center\, 411 University Ridge\, Greenville\, SC\, 29601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Pitching,Professional Development
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SUMMARY:2026 Rinker Paladin Pitch Competition
DESCRIPTION:The Rinker Paladin Pitch Competition\, hosted by The Hill Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship at Furman University\, brings together four student finalists as they pitch their BIG new venture ideas for the chance to take home the $10\,000 Johnny Flynn Award. From 4:00 to 5:30 PM\, a panel of judges will evaluate each pitch\, and audience members will have the opportunity to cast a vote for their favorite venture\, with the crowd favorite receiving a prize. \nLeading up to the competition\, join us for the Dins Student Marketplace from 3:00 to 4:00 PM\, a one hour tabling experience where student entrepreneurs showcase\, sell\, and promote their businesses. Food and drinks will be served as we create space to connect with founders\, discover new ideas\, and support Furman’s growing entrepreneurial ecosystem before the pitch competition begins. \nFollowing the conclusion of the pitch competition\, all registered attendees will be entered into a raffle with prizes awarded. \nThis year’s events will take place at Timmons Arena. Free parking is available in the lot directly in front of the arena. \nPlease note: The Rinker Paladin Pitch Competition will include flashing lights and pyrotechnic effects. If you have accessibility needs or concerns\, we encourage you to reach out in advance.
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/2026-rinker-paladin-pitch-competition/
LOCATION:Timmons Arena\, 3300 Poinsett Hwy\, Greenville\, SC\, 29613\, United States
CATEGORIES:Pitching,Talent
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SUMMARY:NextGEN Office Hours with Eric Weissmann & Tony Nolte
DESCRIPTION:NextGEN’s very own\, Eric Wiessmann\, will be hosting Fix My Pitch Office Hours focusing on storytelling & stage presence. If your pitch deck or simply your pitching skills need a refresher\, these office hours are a great chance to get free help. Link to sign up: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1tI0mXdxk0oYphsDoceuBKZjA8y5U1Msqf0dPybB1LJ8/edit?usp=sharing \nTony Nolte will also be here for his usual monthly office hours: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/17obs1qCHNazyJkCtUDtE0NGZsuAf9F2C9TbHDtxD05Y/edit?usp=sharing
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/nextgens-eric-weissmann-office-hours/
LOCATION:NEXT Innovation Center\, 411 University Ridge\, Greenville\, SC\, 29601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Pitching,Professional Development
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