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​VVREO PRESENTS:

2021 VERDE VALLEY PIONEER PITCH 

​October 15 & 16, 2021​
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(Learn more about the Verde Valley Pioneer Pitch by watching the video above.)


​Moonshot Pioneer Pitch Verde Valley Event - VVREO

How to Apply to be a Contestant

In October 2021, VVREO proudly presents an exciting two-day event called Moonshot AZ Pioneer Pitch Verde Valley. This “Shark Tank” inspired entrepreneurial business pitch contest is open to anyone doing or wanting to do business in the Verde Valley. Do you have a “moonshot” idea or an existing business you’d like to expand? Entrepreneurs will have the opportunity to receive instruction and advice from various industry experts on how to start or accelerate their business/ideas while competing for cash and prizes. See the business leader mentors and judges, and contestants – 2019 Program or 2020 Program.

Cash and Prices - Contest prizes include cash awards of $1500, $1000, and $500 scholarships to the NACET Business Development Programs; and in-kind products such as: business cards, photography, website assistance and security, and much more. In addition, the Sustainability Alliance is offering Sustainable Entrepreneur awards of $1500 and $1000. These prizes are available to competition finalists that are starting a new business or revenue stream to measurably divert waste from landfill, conserve energy or water.

Eligibility – To be eligible to participate in this competition you must be interested in and willing to do business in the Verde Valley. If this does not fit your parameters, check out the other state-wide programs in Arizona. Visit the Moonshot website.

To apply, candidates must submit a $35 fee and complete the online registration with the Yavapai College Small Business Development Center (SBDC).  Participants must also complete an application explaining their start-up idea, what they feel their unique selling proposition is, and why their product of service is better than what is already on the market.

Summary of Steps
  • Step 1 – Determine your Moonshot idea
  • Step 2 – Complete the form below, and pay the $35 fee
  • Step 3 - Following payment, your confirmation email will direct you to sign up with the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Yavapai College and to fill out the business application. The SBDC is providing workshops and coaching as you prepare for the big event in October.
  • Step 4 - Attend the SBDC workshops. If you have not attended at least 3 of the 4 workshops, contact Ruth Ellen Elinski at ruthellen.elinski@yc.edu regarding the workshop content. Businesses need to be familiar with and equally prepared for the competition beginning on October 15. Workshops are from 4:30 pm to 7:00 pm on September 15, 22, 29, and October 6 with potential presentation practice on October 13.
If you have questions or need assistance getting your business or pre-venture registered, reach out to Ruth Ellen Elinski, SBDC Business Analyst, ruthellen.elinski@yc.edu or Mary Chicoine, VVREO Executive Director at 928-300-1640 or moonshot@vvreo.com.

This event is for businesses that are located in the Verde Valley ONLY. Do not apply if you are out of the area.

If you're ready to learn more and apply and be a part of the 2021 Verde Valley Pioneer Pitch Competition, go to https://www.vvreo.com/ms-howtoapply.html or click the button below! 

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      • About Flagstaff
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      • WE MEAN BIZ April Event
      • Entrepreneurship Intern Certification
      • Sedona Workshop
      • Shoemaker Awards 2022
      • Mission Control for Northeastern Arizona
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      • Makers Shakers
      • Biz of Bio Bootcamp >
        • Keynotes - Bootcamp
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        • Winslow Holbrook Joseph City 2022
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      • TrueFutureTV Premiere
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