2010 John Pappajohn Iowa Business Plan Competition

This contest is designed to stimulate entrepreneurial activity and greater awareness of the resources available to grow entrepreneurs in Iowa. All winners will be selected on an objective basis as determined by the criteria. You must read and comply with the rules [PDF: 125k] to enter the Iowa Business Plan Competition (the "Competition"). This competition is void where prohibited by law.

What can I win?

The winners will be determined from all accepted entrants. The winners will be presented with awards at the Iowa Venture Capital and Entrepreneurs Conference to be held October 5, 2010. Winners must be present to accept awards. All finalists will be expected to participate in or attend the Iowa Venture Capital and Entrepreneurs Conference and will be expected to make a brief 15 minute presentation about their companies during the conference. The maximum award distribution for the Grand, Second, and Third prizes shall not exceed $50,000. Additional prizes may be awarded to other entrants. Other entrants must be present to accept these awards.

ONE (1) $25,000 Grand Prize. One Grand Prize Winner will receive $25,000 and, in addition, recognition of your work on the Web site for the competition.
ONE (1) $15,000 Second Prize.
ONE (1) $10,000 Third Prize.

NOTE: There is no guarantee, expressed or implied, that any business will receive an award. Should no entries into the competition meet the entry criteria, should no entry have a reasonable chance for success and should the selection committee determine no winner exists for that year of the competition, no award will be made for that year and the award money will be used for the following year's competition. The odds of winning a prize depend on the skill of the entrants and the number of entries received. All taxes associated with the prize are the sole responsibility of the prize winner. Prizes are not transferable.

When can I enter?

Between March 1 and April 30, 2010.

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