LOWVILLE, N.Y. — Naturally Lewis will continue accepting applications for its first-ever, student-pitch competition through May 15. The effort targets young entrepreneurs in Lewis County and seeks to help them reach small-business ownership. Through the competition, students will have access to business tools, resources, and connections, enabling them to turn their ideas into functioning businesses […]
LOWVILLE, N.Y. — Naturally Lewis will continue accepting applications for its first-ever, student-pitch competition through May 15. The effort targets young entrepreneurs in Lewis County and seeks to help them reach small-business ownership.
Through the competition, students will have access to business tools, resources, and connections, enabling them to turn their ideas into functioning businesses in Lewis County.
“We are excited to create an opportunity for our young entrepreneurs to share their business ideas with the local community,” Jenna Lauraine, programs and partnerships director at Naturally Lewis, said in the announcement. “This competition not only encourages creativity but also equips students with the necessary skills and guidance to succeed as future business leaders in Lewis County.”
Competition details
To be eligible, applicants must be students in grades 9 through 12 in the 2023-24 school year and reside in Lewis County or attend a Lewis County school, including BOCES. They must develop and pitch a business plan that supports a unique business, product, or service concept, Naturally Lewis said. Interested students are encouraged to submit a three-to-five-minute video pitch that showcases their idea, product, or service. A panel of judges with experts from the business and education sectors will evaluate the submissions and select a winner who will receive a $500 cash prize. Additionally, the winner will have the exclusive opportunity to consult with Lewis County professional service providers to further refine and develop their business concepts.
For more information about the Naturally Lewis student-pitch competition, including eligibility criteria and application guidelines, visit: https://naturallylewis.com/growing-opportunities/student-pitch-competition.