How can I compete in the
Business Competition?
Record yourself presenting your business idea, explaining why and how your company will be successful.
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5 minutes MAX. No longer
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Judging Criteria below shows you exactly what the judges are looking at. Build your pitch accordingly.
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Upload your video to YouTube
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Set the privacy setting of the video to 'unlisted'
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Submit the link to your video in the form below.
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Video submissions due by November 14, 10:00pm Utah time
Top 6 Finalists will be chosen and notified on Monday, Nov. 17, 2025. They will prepare to present on stage in front of the Judges and audience on Nov. 21st, 2025
Winners will take home Cash Prizes that night!
Good Luck!!
JUDGING
Rules:
The following Business Types are NOT allowed:
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MLM (Multi-Level Marketing)
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Purchased Franchises
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Buyout of existing companies
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Real Estate Syndications
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Licensing agreements for distribution
Partnerships ARE allowed – up to 2 contestants max.
Contestants must be of Pacific Island descent.
In partnerships, at least 1 of the contestants must be of Pacific Island descent.
Existing businesses are allowed if the contestant was the creator of the company at its inception.
A contestant can submit multiple business ideas if desired.
Criteria:
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Is there a need for the product/service?
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Is there a good profit margin?
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Is it a sustainable business plan?
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Can this business scale or grow?
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Is there a strong marketing plan?
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Is the business ready to launch?
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On-stage presentation skills
Point System
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