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WashU Olin’s fourth annual BIG IdeaBounce® powered by Poet&Quants is back, with a NEW spin.
This year’s competition is centered around one of the fastest growing business sectors, the business of health. Therefore, all submissions must be health-related.
Whether you’re looking to launch a new venture or grow an existing one, this is an incredible opportunity. Win or lose, you’ll refine your idea, gain valuable exposure, and receive insightful feedback from our panel of expert judges.
The Skinny
Open to all current undergraduate and graduate students or prospective students interested in a graduate business degree.
Business idea submissions must be health-related
All ideas must be original.
Follow the judging methodology (on submission page) when organizing your pitch.
Entries will be screened by a panel of initial judges. Entries selected to continue will go before a panel of final judges.
All ideas that advance to the final presentation will receive personalized feedback from a panel of experienced judges and mentors.
The final three teams will present to judges on WashU Olin’s campus in St. Louis, MO in person with live and virtual audiences. A team stipend will be provided for travel and accommodations.
Judging MethodologyJudging Methodology is for the first two rounds |
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| Category | Scoring Criteria |
| Problem | The significance of the problem/issue being addressed |
| Solution | How adequately does the product/solution address the problem |
| Market | The target customer market is significant, well-defined, and growing |
| Competition | The solution is differentiated from its competitors |
| Value Creation | Clearly articulated potential for sustainability (revenue, profits, and/or measurable social/environmental impact) |
| Investment Needed | How prize money will be used to further develop the next steps of the concept |
| Team | The team has the skills, experience, and credentials to execute the concept |
| Presentation | Overall pitch presentation, organization, and passion |
Submit Your Idea
