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Open to Certified D/FW MSDC MBEs and Subscribers and NMSDC Certified MBE's Only

How to Participate

1. Click on the registration link.
2. Deadline to register is July 21, 2020 by 11:59 p.m. CST.
3. Produce a 59-second or less video pitch that responds to at least one of the following topics related to your business:
   1. How has your business demonstrated innovation in this NEW NOW  business environment?
   2. What differentiates your business from the competition in your industry?
   3. How has your business positively impacted community and the employees who are part of your team?
   4. How have you demonstrated Visionary Leadership?
   5. Tell us about a new business niche you’ve found.
   6. How are you keeping your business relevant?
4. Submit your video following the instructions included in the registration, i.e. upload your video file using WeTransfer.com or send a link.
5. Deadline to submit videos is July 21, 2020 by 11:59 p.m. CST

 

Round 1 Participation

• Qualified videos will be uploaded to the Council’s social media platforms (LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram)
• You will be notified of your acceptance and the date your video is uploaded.
• Use your network and get them to “Like” and “Share” your video.
• The Top 25 Videos with the most Likes and Shares will be reviewed by a panel of judges using the ACCESS 2020 Pitch Challenge Scoring Rubic.
• The TOP 10 Videos will be selected as Finalists and move on to Round 2.
• Voting ends at 11:59 p.m. on July 29, 2020.

 

Round 2 -Finalist Present “Live”

• The “Live” Pitch Challenge Finals will take place on August 5, 2020 from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m
• Finalist will be given 2 (two) minutes to share information about their business and their response to the Pitch Challenge question(s) from Round 1.
• A panel of composed of Buying Entity judges from diverse industries and backgrounds will participate.
• After the 2 minute presentation by the Finalist, the judges will have up to 15 minutes to ask questions.
• At the completion of the pitches and Q&As from all Finalists, judges will determine final rankings using the ACCESS 2020 Pitch Challenge Scoring Rubic.
• Winners will announced during the ACCESS 2020 Virtual Business Expo Closing Reception.

 

The Pitch Challenge Prizes

 

GRAND PRIZE

$5,000 Grant

Showcase at ACCESS 2021 • Complimentary ticket to all Council events in 2021

One-on-One MBDA CARES Coaching • Press Release

Pitch video on the Council's website & social media platforms

 

1 ST RUNNER UP PRIZE

Showcase at ACCESS 2021 • Complimentary ticket to all Council events in 2021

One-on-One MBDA CARES Coaching

Pitch video on the Council's website & social media platforms

 

2ND RUNNER UP PRIZE

Showcase at ACCESS 2021 • Invitation to attend the Golf Tournament in 2021

One-on-One MBDA CARES Coaching

Pitch video on the Council's website & social media platforms

 

TOP 12 FINALISTS

Pitch videos featured on the DFW MSDC YouTube channel

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