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Getting Involved with Invest Nest

Get an idea of how things will work here. Your district representatives will have more details about your local competition.

Student Sign Up

Adult Involvement

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.