Are you a small business owner ready to take your business to the next stage of growth?

We invite you to apply for the Mile High United Way Small Business Accelerator, where you will receive the support you need to deliver an effective pitch for your business. Participants will receive personalized coaching with a chance to compete during a public pitch competition during Denver Startup Week in September!

The four-week accelerator kicks off with a half-day Pitch Academy, presented by Rockies Venture Club. Participants will receive group instruction, pitch practice and individual feedback from Rockies Venture Club’s business experts during weekly sessions. Then, through two more weekly sessions, the accelerator builds to a public competition during Denver Startup Week when three selected businesses will pitch to investors in front of a live audience. Each contestant will receive a cash prize up to $5,000!

Additional accelerator benefits for all small business owners include in-kind legal, accounting and marketing services, recognition during Denver Startup Week’s small business expo and networking opportunities with potential investors. All applicants must have a current business plan to submit with their application.

Key Program Dates:
Tuesday, Aug. 6
Noon to 5 p.m. | Pitch Academy
Thursday, Aug.15
3 to 5 p.m. | Pitch Prep Session
Thursday, Aug. 22
3 to 5 p.m. | Pitch Prep Session
Thursday, Aug. 29
3 to 5 p.m. | Pre-pitch Session
Week of Sept. 16
Pitch Competition/Denver Startup Week

Register

For questions, contact UFB@unitedwaydenver.org.