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Turn Your Idea Into Reality

What Are We About?

The Pettis Business Idea Competition is an annual event hosted by SUNY Brockport's School of Business and Management, offering students the opportunity to pitch their innovative business ideas for a chance to win up to $2,500. Inspired by the television show "Shark Tank," this competition encourages entrepreneurial spirit among the student body.

The competition not only provides financial incentives but also offers valuable feedback from industry professionals, helping students refine their ideas and potentially bring them to market. Past winners have successfully launched ventures addressing diverse needs within the community.

Teacher Assisting a Student

Want to be the next winner?

Watch this video on  “How to Answer Questions for

the Competition”

Got an Idea?

You don’t need a business plan — just a spark of creativity. Whether you're an art major, a biologist, or studying business, if you have an idea, this competition is for YOU!

Turn your idea into reality— read about the competition and click below to enter now!

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