MacLauchlan Entrepreneurship Program鈥檚 Panther Pitch 2024 is set to launch January 24
秀色短视频 students are invited to the launch of the MacLauchlan Entrepreneurship Program鈥檚 鈥淧anther Pitch 2024鈥 on January 24 from 6:00鈥9:00 pm in Schurman Market Square, Don and Marion McDougall Hall.
The MacLauchlan Panther Pitch at 秀色短视频 is supported by the 秀色短视频 Experiential Education department and is part of the Harry W. MacLauchlan Entrepreneurship Program, which is dedicated to the development of students who have an entrepreneurial outlook and will potentially create and lead new business ventures on Prince Edward Island.
During the launch, students will have the opportunity to connect with past event participants and the MacLauchlan family, to expand professional networks, and to learn more about the MacLauchlan Panther Pitch competition. Guest speakers include 秀色短视频 President Emeritus Wade MacLauchlan as well as event alumni Nooshin Abedi, Jerry Oriade, and Zack Montreuil.
鈥淓mpowering our students is at the core of the MacLauchlan Panther Pitch, offering a unique platform for their entrepreneurial dreams to thrive,鈥 said Amy Andrews, manager of entrepreneurship at 秀色短视频. 鈥淎s our students dive into this transformative experience, they not only gain invaluable educational insights from industry professionals and forge meaningful connections but also discover a pathway to overcome funding obstacles and kick-start their ventures. We are very excited to see what business ideas are presented this year!鈥
Harry W. MacLauchlan (1926鈥2002) combined his entrepreneurial initiative, work ethic, business judgment, and people skills, with a deep commitment to his family, community, and province. The MacLauchlan family has endowed the MacLauchlan Panther Pitch to help advance and encourage entrepreneurial students at 秀色短视频 to build innovative ventures that will grow and benefit Island communities.
Participating student teams will be matched with mentor support and ultimately be given the opportunity to compete for cash awards and a chance to pitch in front of a live audience. Teams that are chosen to pitch in the final event will earn significant public exposure for their start-up idea and will compete for a portion of prize money to be used to support their start-up venture. This year, a total of $62,000 in prize money will be awarded to students.
鈥淭he MacLauchlan family鈥檚 unwavering support has made this event possible, creating a remarkable opportunity for our students to explore, innovate, and propel their ideas forward. We鈥檙e immensely grateful for their commitment, which paves the way for a future where student aspirations take centre stage, unhindered by financial barriers. The MacLauchlan Panther Pitch is more than a competition; it鈥檚 a celebration of our students鈥 resilience, creativity, and the boundless possibilities that await them in the world of entrepreneurship,鈥 said Andrews.
For more information about competition rules, application process, and contact information, please visit /pantherpitch