Bill Gross Business Plan Competition (File Photo – Caltech)
Who has the next big tech industry idea? Find out at the “Bill Gross Business Plan Competition,” and cast your vote for the most promising company‑in‑the‑making.
By Melanie Hooks
Hosted by Caltech’s Office of Technology Transfer and Corporate Partnerships (OTTCP), the third annual Bill Gross Business Plan Competition returns on Thursday, April 16, 3:30–6:30 pm at the Chen Neuroscience Research Building in Pasadena.
The vibe? “Think Shark Tank—but make it Caltech.”
More than 70 student teams submitted proposals; only the top 10 advanced to the finals. Each team gets just five minutes to deliver a knockout elevator pitch to a panel of industry judges. They’re competing for $60K in prizes:
- $30K for first place
- $20K for second
- $10K for third
And you get a say. Cheer on the finalists and vote to crown this year’s Fan Favorite.
Register for the free event online.
This competition is part of a week‑long series of innovation‑focused events from Innovate Pasadena, full schedule available online.
Since 2012, Innovate Pasadena has brought together entrepreneurs, technologists, and deep‑tech builders who are shaping the future of B2B and beyond.
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