Students, entreps: take part in the ‘Silicon Valley Boomer Business Plan Competition’
The 2008 Silicon Valley Boomer Business Plan Competition, co-produced by the Executive Development Center at Santa Clara University's Leavey School of Business, Santa Clara, California, and Mary Furlong & Associates, is now accepting submissions – the deadline for executive summaries is 25th April 2008. This exciting, fifth annual competition - located in the heart of Silicon Valley - is open to students and entrepreneurs anywhere in the world who have business plans or start-up ventures that show significant business potential for the burgeoning 45+/boomer market globally.
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In the United States alone, the 78 million baby boomer market (born between 1946 and 1964) represents over $2 trillion in annual spending power. By the year 2030 there will be 71.5 million Americans age 65 and older, more than double the number of Americans currently within that demographic. This massive demographic shift means new opportunities for business growth, service and profit.
Globally, this plays out in similar ways. This is a business opportunity that can't be ignored. From early-stage ventures in medical devices to media, fashion to financial services, travel to technology, and more, the 2008 Silicon Valley Boomer Business Plan Competition aims to generate the best ideas from the best universities as well as tap into the business expertise and creativity of any entrepreneurs globally who are addressing the 45+ market.
The competition provides contestants with a golden opportunity to meet top tier Silicon Valley investors and potential partners, secure resources, and get media exposure to help turn dreams into reality.
Located in the heart of Silicon Valley, it is an exciting annual event that draws entrepreneurs internationally and from the top tier universities. This year, the organisers are casting a wide net, hoping to identify the best and brightest entrepreneurs whose start-up ventures show significant business potential for the 45+/boomer market globally.
The Silicon Valley Boomer Business Plan Competition is open to any entrepreneur with relevant business ideas. For complete details on the competition, important dates, rules, and how to enter, click here. Grand prize winners will be selected during the 2008 Silicon Valley Boomer Venture Summit & Business Plan Competition on June 17, 2008 at Santa Clara University.
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13 APR 2008 |
