Step Up & Pitch: A Youth Pitch Contest

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Have an idea, a passion, or simply curious about what it takes to become an entrepreneur? Step Up & Pitch is an exciting opportunity for Springfield-area youth to explore entrepreneurship, develop their ideas, build confidence, and discover their potential as future business leaders!

In collaboration with Follow My Steps and the UMass Amherst Henry M. Thomas III Center at Springfield, this program will welcome 10–15 local youth interested in learning what it takes to start and grow a business (ages 16-19). Participants will take part in four free workshops, learn how to develop and present a winning pitch, and receive guidance from entrepreneurship experts, UMass faculty and staff, and local business owners who will also serve as guest speakers and judges.

The experience culminates in a live youth pitch competition, where participants will have the opportunity to present their ideas and compete for cash awards. Stipends are also available for youth who participate in all four workshops.

Your idea matters. Your voice deserves to be heard. Take the first step and pitch your future!

Space is limited to 10–15 participants. To express interest and apply, email programs [at] followmysteps [dot] org (programs[at]followmysteps[dot]org)