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Business By the Bay

Business By the Bay

Business By the Bay Pitch Competition

Wednesday, November 12
Meet & Greet: 5pm
Pitch Event: 6pm

John Glenn High School Auditorium
3201 Kiesel Rd, Bay City, MI 48706

Join us for an exciting evening of local entrepreneurship at the Business by the Bay pitch competition! Cheer on five inspiring Bay County entrepreneurs as they compete for $11,000 in cash prizes. Admission is free and the event is open to the public. Light hors d’oeuvres and refreshments provided. Support your favorite contestant by purchasing a $5 fan-favorite ballot at the door. 

Information for Finalists

Selected finalists must participate in the following in-person meetings and workshops:

  • August 27, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. – Kick-Off Meeting/Overview for participants
  • September 10, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. – Marketing Presentation Workshop for participants
  • September 17, 2025 at 5:30 p.m.  – Financial Presentation Workshop for participants
  • October 12025 at 5:30 p.m. – Pitch Deck Workshop for participants

After completing the in person workshops, successful candidates will submit pitch decks for virtual judging. Five finalists will be selected to compete for cash prizes in person at the live Business by the Bay Pitch event, which is open to the public.

Congratulations to the past finalists!