Ready to design and pitch your venture?
Application Timeline
First Round Ends
January 2, 2015
Download an application packet from this website and follow the instructions to draft and submit your idea. You will submit a two page concept note and resume for each core team member. A team of judges will review and invite the most promising ideas to the next round. Invitations will be sent by January 7.
Second Round Starts
February 7, 2015
Those invited will receive a second round application packet. You will expand on your concept and draft a full 10 page plan of your new venture. The plan will include an executive summary, a budget, milestones you plan to hit, and your future vision. A team of judges will review and send decisions by February 27.
Final Round Starts
March 1, 2015
The most promising entrepreneurs will have several interviews with judges on the phone. Based on your plan and interview, judges may decide to award you seed capital to launch. Winners will be notified March 31.
Guidance
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Read a one-page guide on “what makes a great proposal”
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Download example proposals from past winning venture
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Young 1ove concept note and full proposal.
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Youth Globe concept note
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Miti Health full proposal
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Email Thunderbird Project Management Club (PMC) at TB-PROJ-MGMT-CLUB@global.thunderbird.edu
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Attend events conducted on campus related to the Thunderbird D-Prize challenge
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Keep yourself updated by checking the Thunderbird D-Prize Challenge Facebook Page frequently
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Seek Sponsoring / Co-Sponsiring clubs assistance to get routed to a mentor or a Professor for guidance