Name: LIVE Pitch Workshop and Pitch Contest
Start: 2025-05-30T21:30:00.000Z
Location: National University Scripps Ranch Campus

**National University's & TiE South Coast Live Pitch Workshop & Contest**
**May 30, 2025** \| **9980 Carroll Canyon Rd, San Diego, CA 92131**
**Hosted by CBEM and CAVO**

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**Event Itinerary**

| **Time** | **Activity** |
| ---- | -------- |
| 2:30 PM – 3:00 PM | Check-In and Networking (Optional for Business Seeking Support) |
| 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM | **Workshop:** How to Create a Winning Pitch (Optional) |
| | \- Crafting a Strong Message |
| | \- Common Mistakes to Avoid |
| | \- Q&A and Individual Support |
| 4:30 – 5:00 PM | Check in for Pitch Participants who did not attend the workshop. |
| 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM | 5-Minute Pitch Competition (with visual aids allowed) |
| 6:30 PM – 7:00 PM | Pizza & Drinks Social |
| 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM | 3-Minute Articulated Pitch Competition (no visuals) |
| 8:00 PM | Judges' Deliberation and Winner's Announcement |

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**About the Workshop**
This session will prepare participants to deliver high-impact pitches, led by National University faculty and hosted by CBEM and CAVO. Topics include:

* How to structure a clear and compelling pitch
* Common mistakes and how to avoid them
* How to engage your audience in under 5 minutes
* Individual Q&A and personal feedback

Perfect for anyone refining their ideas before the competition—or anyone wanting to sharpen their pitching skills!

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**Pitch Contest Structure**
Two separate sections will be held:

* **5-Minute Pitch**: Presentation materials allowed (slides, visuals, videos, etc.)
* **3-Minute Pitch**: No presentation materials allowed (prototype demonstrations permitted)

**Prizes (for each competition):**
First Place: $1,000
Second Place: $500
Third Place: $250

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**Rules & Guidelines**

* Time limits will be strictly enforced.
* Participants in the 5-minute pitch may use electronic aids; please check equipment during check-in.
* Participants in the 3-minute pitch may bring prototypes but may not use slides or electronic presentations.
* Respectful, professional behavior is required throughout the event.

**Each participant must submit their 3-minute or 5-minute concept via email to rbriggs3@nu.edu for approval and to secure a spot on the presentation list. Submissions must be received on or before May 26th.**

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**Judging Process**
Judges will evaluate each pitch based on:

* Clarity of Idea and Problem/Solution Fit
* Innovation and Feasibility
* Presentation Delivery (Confidence, Engagement, Persuasiveness)
* Use of Visuals or Demonstration (where allowed)
* Overall Impact

Judges will deliberate at the end of both contests, and winners will be announced immediately afterward.

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**Pizza & Drinks**
Join us for a casual pizza and drinks break between 6:30 PM and 7:00 PM—right after the 5-minute pitch contest and before the 3-minute pitch contest kicks off!

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**Registration Information**
**Register via Eventbrite**:
[https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1343824297649?aff=oddtdtcreator](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1343824297649?aff=oddtdtcreator)
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**Questions or Direct Registration by Contacting**:
**Dr. Rickard Briggs**
[rbriggs3@nu.edu](mailto:rbriggs3@nu.edu)

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