Hello to all of our aspiring Pakistani entrepreneurs! The U.S. Department of State is announcing another great international program designed to give you an edge in developing your tech idea into a booming tech business. Read on for all the details about the GIST Tech-I program, and how to get involved!
An Awesome Opportunity for Entrepreneurs
Do you know science and technology entrepreneurs (ages 18-40) with an idea or a startup that solves a problem connected to the environment, conservation, water, agriculture, energy, ICT, or health? Encourage them to apply for the GIST Tech-I competition today. This U.S. State Department program has been highlighting important role models and science issues for embassies and communities since 2011. Please share this opportunity with universities, incubators, and other groups within your network who might be interested in applying. For more information about GIST’s 2015 Tech-I competition, go to http://www.gistnetwork.org/tech-i.
What makes Tech-I unique from other competitions?
The difference is that each phase focuses on training applicants to move their ventures forward. With the application, entrepreneurs create a marketing video that can be shown to customers. Semi-finalists improve networking, social media, and marketing skills as they work to obtain the highest number of votes globally. Finalists improve their business model canvas as well as their in-person pitching skills during a free trip to attend the 2015 Global Entrepreneurship Summit (GES) where they compete for monetary prizes. All finalists earn three months of mentorship after the GES.
Help spread the word about this opportunity today. GIST is accepting applications until March 20. Applicants only need to submit an executive summary and a short video to promote the innovation.
Want More Details? Need Help with your Application? Attend one of our webinars:
- Wednesday Feb 25, 9:00am US EST
Topic – Is Tech-I for me? What is Tech-I?
- Wednesday Mar 4, 9:00am US EST
Topic – How to make a promotional video
- Wednesday Mar 18, 9:00am US EDT
Topic – Advice on how to complete your proposal
