Brian Fazio Business Creation Project

If you have a proprietary product, technology or process you’d like to turn into a business, the Brian Fazio Creation Project can help you get started with $5,000 to help make your business dream a reality. The program is open to students and citizens within a 20 mile radius of Mankato or North Mankato.

Forbes 'Boost Your Business' Contest

An annual, nationwide contest put on by Forbes magazine.  All industries are encouraged to apply.  The Forbes 'Boost Your Business' contest winner can expect $50,000 in prize money and $50,000 in advertising. 

MN Cup

The Minnesota Cup is an annual, statewide competition that seeks out aspiring entrepreneurs and their breakthrough ideas.   The MN Cup has several different categories with $20,000 in prize money to each category winner. 

Minnesota Inventors Congress

The 2010 Invention & Idea Show is scheduled for June 11-12 in Redwood Falls.  As an exhibitor of the event, you are eligible to compete for awards up to $1,000. 

Cleantech Open Business Competition

The Cleantech Open Business Competition is designed to accelerate your business launch and growth. Anyone looking to turn their clean tech idea into a thriving business can apply.

If you know of additional credible business competitions, please send information to Jill Klinger.