Apply for the PitchMI Competition!

PitchMI is a statewide, Shark Tank style competition where innovative start-up businesses pitch their ideas for the chance to win $100,000 towards their solutions to further the innovation opportunities across Michigan. It is a commitment to entrepreneurial problem solving, connecting innovators with capital and accelerating opportunities for innovation in the state.

Program Overview

• Who Can Apply:PitchMI is open to pre-seed, Series A, and Series B companies with 51% of their employees residing in the State of Michigan. Solutions should be demonstration ready with working prototypes.
• How It Works:Innovative start-up businesses will pitch their idea at the State of Michigan public competition. Ideas should provide solutions that transform the way Michiganders get from one point to another safely, affordably and efficiently. The state, in partnership with leading organizations, will select the most innovative start-up to invest in.
• Timing:Applications are due Monday, Sept. 16 at 11:59 p.m. ET. Selected applicants will be invited to participate in the pitch competition scheduled for Thursday, October 24 at 2:30 p.m. at Newlab in Detroit and must be available to participate in-person.

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