Who can participate in the contest?
Each team must include at least one current member of NECINA. To join NECINA, please go to http://www.necina.org/member.htm

Who are the judges?
Business plans are judged by a group of professionals from various industries including venture capitalists and successful entrepreneurs.

How do I register for contest?
Please email your executive summary to bplansubmit08@necina.org by Monday, January 15, 2008 for registration. For details, go to Submission session.

What is coaching/mentoring program and how do I register it?
Our mentor program enables each team to have an advisor with rich field experience that you can't get otherwise. To join the program, simply indicate in your executive summary that you need an advisor.

Should I use the standard format for executive summary?
It'll be much easier for us to process the submission if you can use the standard format. So please submit your executive summary using the template on this website.

Can I participate in other Biz-plan contest simultaneously?
You are encouraged to submit your business plan to our contest while are still capable to participate other business plan competition simultaneously. But please let us know if there is any schedule conflict for presentation.

Contact Us: Send your questions to contest08@necina.org