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SUMMARY:Pitch Black Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION:Pitch Black is a dynamic conference strategically crafted to fuel entrepreneurship across diverse communities in the Midwest. Our event showcases prominent speakers, a business exposition, and an exciting business pitch competition. The competition is designed to provide a platform for emerging small and underserved business entrepreneurs to present their innovative ideas. Participants have the opportunity to compete for up to $15,000 in seed funding, complemented by more than $65,000 in technical assistance, including essential services such as marketing, legal, and accounting support.\nA groundbreaking initiative, Pitch Black is committed to strengthening entrepreneurship and advancing business growth. By connecting emerging entrepreneurs with investors, mentors, and critical resources, the conference serves as a catalyst for economic development and long term sustainability within the regional business ecosystem.\nWe invite you to partner with MAC Chamber and Pitch Black in advancing entrepreneurship across Nebraska and the broader Midwest. Your involvement as a business or community partner is essential to the continued success and impact of this initiative. Together, we can build a stronger and more resilient entrepreneurial ecosystem.\nImportant Dates:Save the Date: May 2, 2026Applications Open: January 2, 2026 at www.wepitchblack.com\nJoin us as we build a stronger, more inclusive entrepreneurial ecosystem in Nebraska and the Midwest.\n
URL:https://app.glueup.com/event/pitch-black-conference-2026-culture-capital-change-150247/
ORGANIZER;CN=Midlands African Chamber, Inc.:MAILTO:info@midlandsafricanchamber.com
CATEGORIES:Business,Business & Professional,Business Show and Exhibition,Community,Networking,Non-Profit Organization,Pitch,Small Business,Startup,Startups & Small Business
LOCATION:MCC Institute for the Culinary Arts Omaha NE United States 68111
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