This Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, I will be a judge for the semi-finals of the GRA/TAG 2008 Business Launch Competition.
Applicants, then semifinalists, then finalists are competing for a prize that includes a $100,000 cash award and services valued at an additional $200,000, for a total grand prize of $300,000.
This event is conducted by the The Georgia Research Alliance and the Technology Association of Georgia with the goal of supporting the creation and growth of new technology companies in Georgia.
In addition to the cash and services award, entrants have an option to work with a mentor to further develop and refine their business plan. A group of Georgia's most successful high tech entrepreneurs has agreed to serve as mentors.
A preeminent panel of judges consisting of business leaders, entrepreneurs and venture capitalists includes:
Semi Final Judges:
Finals Judges:
