All submissions are eligible to win a $25 gift card.

There will be 10 finalists eligible for the grand prizes.



Please fill out the application form to participate as a pitcher!



https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfpV75oMOfi-7Gt7h4HuvjKRdTXRpN9SXUftV86RUeGvh2-rw/viewform​

We're excited to hear your ideas. Have fun and good luck!



ACE NextGen, in collaboration with Macy's, is thrilled to announce a competition offering a total of $3,000 in cash prizes. We invite high school and college students to submit their best 30-second business pitch ideas. Winners will receive cash prizes from our sponsor and the opportunity for mentorship from our esteemed group of ACE NextGen entrepreneurs.

Competition Format:

1. Phase 1: Students will submit a 30-second pitch video outlining their business idea.

2. Phase 2: Selected finalists will present their pitch live before a panel of judges.

Prizes and Opportunities:

- Win Up to $2,000:The top pitches will compete for cash prizes.

- Mentorship Opportunities: Participants will have the chance to receive mentorship from experienced entrepreneurs at ACE NextGen.

Judging Criteria (maximum of 5 points per judge):

- Clarity of Concept (1 Point) : Does the entrepreneur clearly and effectively communicate the core idea within the 30-second timeframe?

- Problem/Solution Fit (1 Point) : How well does the entrepreneur identify a specific problem and present a fitting solution?

- Market Potential (1 Point) : Does the pitch convey an understanding of the target market or potential demand?

- Originality and Innovation (1 Point) : Is the idea original, innovative, or uniquely approached?

- Overall Impact and Persuasiveness (1 Point) : Does the pitch make a strong, persuasive impact, leaving the judges wanting to learn more?



- 1st Place: $1,500

- 2nd Place: $1,000

- 3rd Place: $500

- ALL winners will get1 year ACE NextGen membership

- Mentorship opportunities with established business owners and entrepreneurs.