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Longo Family Be Your Own Boss
Video Pitch Competition

Are you a creative thinker with an innovative idea? Here's your chance to turn that idea into reality! The Longo Family BYOB Video Pitch Competition invites current Humber and Guelph-Humber students to pitch their groundbreaking ideas for a chance to win a share of $40,000 in funding.

How It Works

  • Attend Workshops: To qualify for the competition, you must attend at least 5 out of the 7 Longo Family BYOB Workshops. These in-person sessions are designed to provide you with invaluable insights and skills to refine your pitch and develop your idea.
  • Submit Your Video Pitch: After attending the required workshops, you'll need to submit a video pitch showcasing your idea. This is your opportunity to demonstrate your creativity and passion, and to convince the judges why your idea deserves funding.

Why Participate?

  • Win a Share of $40,000: Compete for a portion of the $40,000 prize pool to help bring your idea to life.
  • Gain Experience: Develop your pitching skills and receive valuable feedback from industry experts.
  • Expand Your Network: Connect with other aspiring entrepreneurs and mentors.

Prizes

First Place

 $15,000 

Second Place

 $10,000 

Third Place

 $10,000 

Fourth Place

 $5,000 

Application Guidelines

  • Submission Form: Complete and submit the provided form along with the required deliverables.
  • Video Pitch: Upload your 3-minute video pitch as both an unlisted YouTube video and an MP4 file. Ensure that both formats are submitted using the form.
  • Written Essay: Include a 300-word essay in a Word document that reflects on how the Longo Family Be Your Own Boss workshops have impacted your entrepreneurial journey. Submit this document via the form.
  • Deadline: All materials must be submitted by March 11th, 2025 at 5:00 p.m.
  • Format and Deliverables: All deliverables must be submitted in the specified formats. Failure to provide the required materials or use the correct formats may result in disqualification.
  • Confirmation: CFE staff will acknowledge receipt of your application within 48 hours.
  • Ensure all guidelines are followed closely to avoid any issues with your submission.

Important Information

  • Eligibility: Open to current Humber and Guelph-Humber students who attend at least 5 out of 7 BYOB Workshops.
  • Submission Details: Submit your video pitch by the competition deadline. Check the link below for specific guidelines and deadlines.

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Get Started

The application will be accessible starting October 22nd, 2024. This competition is open to current Humber and Guelph-Humber students who have attended at least 5 out of the 7 Longo Family BYOB workshops. We are accepting submissions on a rolling basis, with the portal closing on March 11, 2025 at 5:00 p.m.

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Celebration

We invite all competition participants to join us for a special celebration to highlight your achievements. During this event, we will announce the winners and present their awards. The celebration is scheduled for April 10, 2025.

Program made possible thanks to the support of the Longo Family Foundation.