Warrior Startup Challenge Registration
Do you have an exciting new or existing business idea? Put it to the test!
The Warrior Startup Challenge is your chance to transform your business or business idea into a real-world venture, sharpen your entrepreneurial skills, and compete for cash and in-kind awards!
This student business plan competition is open to all ESU students, regardless of major. Whether you’re just curious about entrepreneurship or already working on a business, this competition will help you refine your ideas, develop essential business skills, and gain valuable experience presenting to real investors and business leaders.
How It Works
- Round 1 – Submit 2-minute Video Pitch.
- Opens: August 25, 2025
- Deadline to Submit: Midnight, November 16, 2025
- Round 2 – Submit Business Venture Profile.
- Opens: January 20, 2026
- Deadline to Submit: Midnight, March 1, 2026
- Round 3 – Finalists pitch live to a panel of Judges/Investors.
- Event Date: April 2026
Ready to take the first step? Register now!
By registering early for the Warrior Startup Challenge, you’ll stay up to date on important deadlines and receive resources from the Entrepreneurial Leadership Center to help guide you on your journey. You’ll also have the chance to connect with mentors who can help you refine your idea and prepare for the competition. Don’t wait, turn your vision into a real business and compete to become ESU’s next top entrepreneur!
Contact Us
Contact Information
- Campus Address
- ESU Innovation Center, 562 Independence Road
- Phone:
- (570) 422-7956
- Title of Department Leader
- Director Business Accelerator & Entrepreneurship
- Name
- Patrice Dume
- E:
- pdume@esu.edu
- Phone:
- (570) 422-7953
