Business By the Bay Pitch Competition: What an Unforgettable Evening!

What a night of big ideas and incredible local energy! Entrepreneurship in Bay County was on full display as five impressive early-stage business owners took the stage at the John Glenn High School Auditorium for the Business by the Bay Pitch Competition.

With $11,750 in total seed capital on the line, the competition was fierce and inspiring:

• 🥇 1st Place ($5,000): Kelli Majewski – Shear Comfort, PLLC
• 🥈 2nd Place ($3,500) & Fan Favorite: Linzi Gotham – Compassionate Moves & More
• 🥉 3rd Place ($1,500): Victoria Ross – Ross Media Co.
• 🏅 4th Place ($1,000): Matt Elsesser – The Osgood Wedding & Events Venue
• 🏅 5th Place ($750): Josh Rogner – Bay City Dynamics

A huge thank you to everyone who came out to enjoy refreshments, cheer on our local innovators, and cast their votes for the Fan Favorite award! Events like this showcase the true strength of our small business community. Congratulations to all of our incredible pitch finalists; we can’t wait to watch your businesses grow!