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Hive! How are ya?
Invest Nest is a program that offers Utah High School Students investment opportunities for their business ideas and has helped 100+ High School Student businesses start up with 40+ still active.
The Invest Nest program has helped 100+ High School Student businesses start up with 40+ still active
Entrepreneurship is an essential part of the American economy and to have the opportunity to start and grow businesses out of the school benefits the state. We encourage all students to participate if they have an idea that can become a viable business, whether it be individually or as a team.
400+
STUDENT BUSINESSES PRESENTED
$450K+
WORTH OF
GRANTS AWARDED
35
PARTICIPATING HIGH SCHOOLS
180+
STUDENTS PRESENTING IN 2023 COMPETITIONS
100’S
OF ENTREPRENEUR VOLUNTEERS
What is Invest Nest?
Invest Nest is a High School Business competition. Think Shark Tank + American Idol! Winners can win $10k+ for their business ideas.
The Invest Nest program has helped 100+ High School Student businesses start up with 40+ still active.
Our Story
Invest Nest, the platform for budding high school entrepreneurs to flourish with the guidance of experienced local mentors.
Foster innovation, collaboration, and hope for a brighter future as we unite the next generation and seasoned business leaders in pursuit of success.
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How the Competition Works
District Round 1:
30 Second Elevator Pitch
An event will be held in which students will pitch their ideas (no more than 1-2 minutes) to our investors. An optional pairing of students to a mentor will be available.
District Round 2:
Polished Presentation
Students will present a polished 2-3 minute business pitch to our Investors. The top 10 students will be invited to participate in Round 3.
District Round 3:
Public Presentation
The top 10 students will present their polished 2-3 minute business pitches to judges and the public. The judges, investors, and the public will all vote for the winner. The 1st place winner will be awarded $10,000.
State Final Round:
Public Presentation
The top business presentation from each of the participating districts will come together to compete in a statewide competition. Thanks to our State Title Sponsor, America First Credit Union, the state finalist will receive $20,000 to invest into the growth and development of their business.
It’s Your Turn to Pitch Us the Next Best Business in Utah!
Students can register here! We encourage all students to participate if they have an idea that can become a viable business, whether it be individually or as a team. Your local District rep will be able to give you the most up to date information.
Participating School Districts Social Media Links
![Canyons School District logo](https://investnest.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/CanyonsLogo_tanbg-1024x558.jpg)
Participating Schools
Canyons
School District
Contact your district representative through social media or your local school.
@InvestNest.Canyons
![Davis School District Card](https://investnest.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Davis-School-District-Card.jpg)
Participating Schools
Davis County
School District
Contact your district representative through social media or your local school.
![Duchesne School District Card](https://investnest.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Duchesne-School-District-Card.png)
Participating Schools
Duchesne County
School District
Contact your district representative through social media or your local school.
@InvestNest.Duchesne
![Nebo School District Card](https://investnest.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Nebo-School-District-Card.png)
Participating Schools
Nebo
School District
Contact your district representative through social media or your local school.
![Park City School District Card](https://investnest.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Park-City-School-District-Card.png)
Participating Schools
Park City
School District
Contact your district representative through social media or your local school.
![Provo City School District Card](https://investnest.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Provo-City-School-District-Card.png)
Participating Schools
Provo City
School District
Contact your district representative through social media or your local school.
![Wasatch County School District Card](https://investnest.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Wasatch-County-School-District-Card.png)
Participating Schools
Wasatch County
School District
Contact your district representative through social media or your local school.
![Weber School District logo](https://investnest.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/WeberLogo_tanbg.jpg)
Participating Schools
Weber
School District
Contact your district representative through social media or your local school.
@InvestNest.Weber