REGISTRATION & RSVP'S
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PARTICIPATION OPTIONS
The Pitch Competition
Business Sessions
Summary
12pm & 6pm
MONDAYS
For Nonprofits & Churches
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Located at
Wellspring Fellowship Center
Socastee
5082 Lafon Lane, Myrtle Beach, SC
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TUESDAYS
Businesses & Performing Artists
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Located at
Distinguished Designs Event Center
Little River
11790 Hwy 90, Little River, SC
The Pitch Summary
​​Starts September 1, 2024
Registrations Open August 15, 2024
50 pitches/month – 15/week – 2.5 minutes each
Finals held on the 4th Monday & Tuesday
Eliminations on the 1st , 2nd and 3rd Monday & Tuesday
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Judging
By: business owners, financial companies, media and business service-providers
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The Pitch Competition is a promotional event purposed to register members for the Two Million Dollar Funding Solutions Campaign. The Competition officially starts after all 50 slots for each month are filled (see registration form). All registering participants receive an option for funding and media services through the Two Million Dollar Funding-Solutions Campaign.
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Registration Options
__free __$300 __$1000
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Advertising contracts and corporate-acquisition fees funds the contest each month
$5,000 WINNER
Plus a Media and Marketing Package and opportunity for $10,000 to $1,500 per month.
$2,500
WINNER
Plus a Media and Marketing Package and opportunity for $10,000 to $1,500 per month.
$1,500 WINNER
Plus a Media and Marketing Package and opportunity for $10,000 to $1,500 per month.
Small Business Pitch
​​PARTICIPATING SMALL BUSINESSES AND NONPROFITS
Each will make a two-minute summary presentation to the corporations who will be sponsoring, advertising and funding the networks ( __Live or __Recorded Video).
This presentation will help participants to secure their funding through their Pitch Presentation, Podcasts and the “Funding-Solutions” Campaign.
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BOTH SIDES ARE PRESENTING TO EACH OTHER
Small Business and nonprofits are committing to purchasing from the Corporations, and the corporations are committing to paying the group-purchasing fees that will fund the nonprofits and small businesses. Signatures of Intent and contracts from “Both Sides” are acquired at the networking sessions.
YOUR PRESENTATION
To the community, corporate leaders and the service-providers along with the groups of fifty competitors (nonprofits, small businesses, groups, teams, churches, programs and events).
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PRESENTATION POINTS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR PITCH
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Your services, products, programs or events.
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The status of your Pitch Video and Professional Presentation.
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Why your organization is fit to serve. What experiences do you have that qualifies you to serve.
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Your guarantee to use the network service-providers and communication platforms.
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Your commitment to working with your industry and community to establish the long-term funding of $24 Million per year for the individuals you serve.
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Discuss your commitment to the success of the local community and funding for local students, nonprofits and Small Businesses.
The Corporate Pitch
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Corporate Leaders Pitching their products and services to the room.
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Judged by a group of Young Entrepreneurs.
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Companies win group contracts from the groups of fifty participating members.
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Sponsorship options for participation and presentations.
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REGISTRATION FEES
Your Welcome Packet will be emailed with your payment receipt
$1,000 Registration Fee
Your fee incudes:
The Registration packet plus the following:
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Professional production of your Pitch Video.
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Photo and Video Shoot.
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10 Local TV and Radio Interviews.
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Business & Media Packet ($2,500).
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Preparation of your materials for the TV Show, Newsletter, Directory & Networking Sessions.
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**These services will help you qualify for the entire $10,000 per month option.
Preparing for your Pitch
The students and Young Entrepreneurs in the Media Arts Academy are responsible for preparing all pitchers for their pitch presentation.
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The Pitch Process
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Attend a Networking Sesssion and meet and greet the student production teams.
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Meet with your production team.
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Discuss and prepare your pitch.
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Present your Pitch during the competition.
The Pitch Competition Rules
Definition
The $10,000 Pitch Competition (Hereafter "pitch competition") is designed for small business owners who want to improve their presentation and selling skills. Participants will receive valuable media, business, insights and guidance from the B2B mentors and industry experts, ensuring they are well-prepared to deliver a compelling pitch for this event and prospective customers and investors.
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Locations
Mondays - Myrtle Beach (Socastee area), SC * Wellspring Center * 5082 Lafon Lane, Myrtle Beach, SC.
Tuesdays - Little River, SC * Distinguished Designs Event Center * 11790 Hwy 90, Little River, SC.
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Eligibility Criteria
The pitch competition is open to all applicants who meet the following criteria:
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The applicant must be 18 years of age or older.
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The applicant must have an operating business. Applicants in the prestart, concept or ideation stage of business will be counseled and prepared for the competition.
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The applicant's existing business must be based within the US.
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The applicant must not participate in any other CMAC's Pitch Competition.
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The applicant must submit their application by the given pitch competition deadline.
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Additionally, each participant must be a B2B or CMAC client or member to be eligible to receive an award. All applicants will be paired with a mentor to meet these criteria.
Judging Criteria
The judges will evaluate your pitch on the following criteria:
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Great presentation
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Great brand identification
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Great product/service
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Fully thought-out business plan for success
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A clear pathway to scalability and growth
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Product/service is unique and viable to the market
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Sustainability/environmental/ social impact, if applicable
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Financial results
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Rating / Scoring System
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Well above standard. Outstanding execution: content and/or strategies are comprehensive, thoughtful, and very well-researched.
★ ★ ★ ★ Above standards. Well executed; content and/or strategies are developed, clear and well researched.
★ ★ ★ Meets standards. Includes essential components; content and/or strategies are evident; most components are relatively clear and researched.
★ ★ Below standards. Missing essential components; content and/or strategies are not evident; components are unclear; does not contain relevant content or research.
★ Well below standards. Major flaws or section missing.
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Award Availability and Distribution
Three (3) winners will be selected from each of the competitions.
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1st place receives $5,000.
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2nd place receives $2,500.
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3rd place receives $1,500.
Awards and prizes will be distributed as checks or electronic-submissions by the sponsor(s).
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Disclaimers and Releases
Confidentiality
Carolina Media Arts Center its members, affiliates, and participants do not guarantee protection of the confidential information and plans presented at the pitch competition. As such, any information a contestant considers confidential should not be presented at the pitch competition.
Endorsement
Any funding or investments from the pitch competition are not sponsored or endorsed by the Carolina Media Arts Center LLC or its affiliates. Contestants are responsible for completing their due diligence before accepting any such funding.
Liability
Contestants agree to indemnify and hold harmless The Carolina Media Arts Center LLC, its members, its affiliates and its representatives from and against any liabilities, losses, and expenses arising from their registration and participation in the pitch competition or from any funding or investments resulting from the Pitch Contest.
Photo/Video Waiver
By providing your electronic signature on the pitch application, you permit The Carolina Media Arts Center to:
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Release information in the pitch application and any attachments to publicly share news of your relationship with The Pitch Competition and your small business successes.
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Contact you for possible media/interview opportunities to promote small business successes and The Carolina Media Art's assistance to your success.
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Use your name, business name, images, videos, quotes, and other provided information for national or local marketing campaigns, materials, and messaging.