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$100k Challenge Workshop

AUG4
17:00
  • This event offers expert advice and guidance for applicants preparing to enter the Velocity $100k Challenge.
  • Attendees will learn about prototyping requirements and how to effectively demonstrate their concept to strengthen their competition entry.
  • It is designed for students and early-stage founders interested in entrepreneurship and competition participation.

About this event

Overview
Would you like advice from experts about your idea for the Velocity $100k Challenge? This is your opportunity!
You can learn more about the Velocity $100k Challenge and get some advice on the best ways to make your entry stand out.
This session will demystify prototyping and explain what a prototype can look like at an early stage of your idea. You will also learn about the prototyping requirements for the $100k Challenge and how to demonstrate your concept effectively in your entry.
The Velocity team will also be available to answer specific questions about the $100k Challenge, the entry platform, and the competition rules.

Pizza is provided—we look forward to seeing you there!
About Velocity
Velocity is New Zealand’s leading university entrepreneurship development programme, free to all current students and staff at the University of Auckland. Velocity involves a year-long schedule of talks, workshops, events, and competitions with substantial prizes. You can pick and choose which parts of Velocity you want to take part in.

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