Warrior Startup Challenge
Do you have an exciting new or existing business idea? Put it to the test!
The ESU Warrior Startup Challenge continues to be an integral part of students' learning experiences.
Your participation offers a unique opportunity to apply the knowledge you’ve gained in the classroom to real-world scenarios, helping to sharpen your leadership, teamwork, and communication skills along the way.
By registering, you take the first step toward turning your vision into a viable business venture. Early registration ensures you stay informed about important deadlines, receive helpful tips from our faculty, staff, and mentors, and position yourself for success throughout the competition.
If you’re eager to further your education and entrepreneurial development, don’t wait—register today for the ESU Warrior Startup Challenge!
- 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
All competitors are encouraged to use their imagination to create their best business ideas. ESU's faculty and staff are committed to offering personal guidance to help prepare your concept for launch in today’s competitive marketplace.
A team of judges will evaluate all submissions, and both finalists and participants will be recognized for their efforts.
Questions? Contact Michael Moreno, Manager of the Entrepreneurial Leadership Center, at (570) 422-7995.
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
