2025 Burgess New Venture Challenge

Hosted by the Burgess Institute for Entrepreneurship & Innovation, Burgess New Venture Challenge is the premier pitch competition for student venturers at Michigan State University. On Thursday, April 3, 2025, fifteen student semifinalists will participate in a transformational experience to compete for $50,000+ in funding.

Burgess NVC is an innovative, entrepreneurial experience that values collaboration, venture development and the power of the entrepreneurial mindset. The Challenge enhances the probability of success for student venturers by providing mentoring and guidance, connections to Michigan's entrepreneurial ecosystem and opportunities for engagement and investment. At its core, Burgess NVC is a learning experience for early-stage venturers, undergraduate and graduate students at Michigan State University, to bring big ideas and bold solutions to a large audience.

To join us on Thursday, April 3, 2025, register now to celebrate our student venturers and recognize and honor fellow entrepreneurs and innovators across the Spartan nation.

📍 Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center (219 S Harrison Rd, East Lansing, MI 48824)

For further questions, contact Aubrey Haase, [email protected].

Host or Publisher Burgess Institute