2025-26 Innovation Challenge Calendar

Deadline to Sign Up for Qualifying Pitches
Nov
13

Deadline to Sign Up for Qualifying Pitches

It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

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Qualifying Pitches - Night 1
Nov
19

Qualifying Pitches - Night 1

Teams have their first opportunity to present their business ideas to a panel of judges. Participants share their business, answer questions, and compete for a spot in this year’s Regis Innovation Challenge.

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Qualifying Pitches - Night 2
Nov
20

Qualifying Pitches - Night 2

Teams have their first opportunity to present their business ideas to a panel of judges. Participants share their business, answer questions, and compete for a spot in this year’s Regis Innovation Challenge.

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Team Meet & Greet
Jan
24

Team Meet & Greet

Brings together participants, mentors, and organizers to kick off collaboration for the Innovation Challenge. It’s a casual event where teams connect, share ideas, and start building relationships that will support their journey throughout the competition.

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First Mentor Saturday
Feb
7

First Mentor Saturday

Marks the start of mentorship in the Innovation Challenge. Teams meet with their mentors to refine ideas, set goals, and gain feedback on their business concepts. The day also features guest speakers who share insights and inspiration to help teams strengthen their ventures.

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Second Mentor Saturday
Mar
7

Second Mentor Saturday

Builds on the progress from the first session as teams dive deeper into developing their business models and refining their pitches. Participants continue working closely with mentors to strengthen strategy, finances, and presentation skills, while hearing from guest speakers who share real-world entrepreneurial insights.

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Semifinal Pitch Round
Mar
11

Semifinal Pitch Round

In March, teams will have the opportunity to pitch their business to a panel of judges. The top four teams selected teams will move on to the Finals in May, while continuing to receive guidance from their experienced mentors.

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Third Mentor Saturday
Mar
28

Third Mentor Saturday

Brings together the top three teams for final preparations before the April Finals. Teams refine their pitches, perfect their presentations, and receive last-minute guidance from their mentors to ensure they’re ready to compete on the big stage.

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Finals
Apr
17

Finals

During Finals, 4 teams will execute their final pitches to over 200 people in attendance and online, as well as a panel of judges, for the opportunity to win $10,000 and a co-working space for their business.

Location: Mountain View Room, Claver Hall, Regis University

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Kick-Off Event
Oct
22

Kick-Off Event

Join us in celebrating the start of the new year’s Innovation Challenge, where participants and student teams connect, learn more about the competition, and hear inspiring stories from past participants.

Location: 3rd Floor, Clark Hall, Room 358. Regis University Northwest Denver Campus.

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Open House - Night 2
Oct
16

Open House - Night 2

It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

Location: 3rd Floor, Clarke Hall, Room 358. Regis University Northwest Denver Campus.

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Open House - Night 1
Oct
8

Open House - Night 1

It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

Location: 3rd Floor, Clarke Hall, Room 358. Regis University Northwest Denver Campus.

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