The GreenLight East Jordan Business Model Competitions will bring together businesses that have been in existence for two years or less with new start-up ventures.
Competitors who impress a panel of judges can win up to $10,000 in cash prizes, as well as network with angel and venture capital investors and other entrepreneurs from the local area. The top 3 winners of the GreenLight East Jordan will receive an automatic bid into the Grand Event held by Northern Lakes Economic Alliance, with the opportunity to win up to $15,000 in additional prizes. Created and sponsored by Spartan Innovations, and local businesses, the event aims to expand entrepreneurship and small business success in the East Jordan and Northern Michigan area.
2018 again features the Student Competition, where finalists will compete for $1,000.