North Florida’s top 7 startup finalists will compete for a $10,000 grand prize
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (PRWEB) March 05, 2020
For the third year, the Startup Challenge team – a collaboration between Signet LLC, the law firm of Brennan, Manna & Diamond (BMD), and Starter Space – is hosting its annual Shark Tank-style pitch competition on a date yet to be determined at the Adam W. Herbert University Center in Jacksonville.
This year the Startup Challenge, which originated in 2018 in support of the entrepreneurial ecosystem in Gainesville, is expanding its footprint by making its debut in Jacksonville, FL on the campus of University of North Florida. Entrepreneurs, students, and investors from throughout North Florida are invited to network with each other and support the entrepreneurial ecosystem.
After narrowing the field with a review process of four months, the top 7 finalists have been announced:
EaseAlert: Technology to reduce stress and improve efficiency for firefighters easealert.com
Evren Technologies: Working to advance the treatment of neuropsychological issues through discreet, wearable products that fit into your daily life. evrenvns.com
FaceR: Facial recognition solution to unlock doors
Phlex: A device that is revolutionizing the way you train, measure progress, and enjoy every swim. phlexswim.com
Podcast Central: A full-service podcast production and consultation company. podcastcentral.net
Prked: Connects drivers in need of parking with people who have available parking spaces. prked.com
Scoot Scoot: A rent-to-own scooter company. scootscoot.today
These startup founders will pitch in front of a group of experienced investors to compete for a $10,000 grand prize, $2,500 runner up, $1,500 top student prize, and $250 audience choice award.
This year’s expert panel of judges will include Tony Manna – Signet LLC founder and chairman, Joel Maas – Director of Marketing at Signet LLC, Audrey Wallace – Marketing Strategist at Signet LLC & Entrepreneur, Payal Khurana – Managing Partner of Starter Space, Matthew Jackson – Attorney at BMD, and Darren Jones – Attorney at BMD.
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About Signet LLC
Signet brings an innovative, unconventional approach to global investment that embodies creativity and forward thinking to achieve long-term success. With leadership and expertise in the areas of project structuring, capital formation, operational investment and management, we tailor strategy and resources to meet each unique opportunity. Boundless in ideas and tactics, Signet has spent 20+ years crafting collaborative partnerships that advance initiatives in real estate, diversified manufacturing, health and wellness, emerging technologies, investment banking and finance. Learn more at https://www.signetllc.com/.
About Startup Challenge
The Startup Challenge brings together the brightest minds from across North Florida to collaborate and compete for cash prizes and bragging rights as North Florida’s best startup. Learn more at http://startupchallenge.org/