a comprehensive approach to entrepreneurship
ABOUT US
SPARK Hollywood FL was launched in 2017 through a unique partnership between the Greater Hollywood Chamber of Commerce and the City of Hollywood with support from entrepreneurially focused organizations.
UPCOMING EVENTS
2021 SPARK Launch
June 16th, 2021 @ 3PM Via Zoom
2021 SPARK Pitch Competition
October 2021 x Announcement Coming Soon!
WE SEE IDEAS
AT WORK.
SPARK Hollywood, FL connects
like-minded individuals, cultivating a community around innovation and entrepreneurship.
Our Team works to ignite entrepreneurial growth through engaging, informative events that build community support for small business and drive equitable economic growth in South Florida.
SPARK aims to bridge the gap between investors, businesses and entrepreneurs.
Announcement
Coming Soon!
October 2021
Watch Contestants Compete.
See What Hollywood, FL Has to Offer -
Looking forward to
In Person Pitch Competition.
SPEAKERS + JUDGES
pitch competition
2020 JUDGE
Nate Vasel
Principal
Las Olas Venture Capital
2020 JUDGE
Sandy-Michael McDonald
Director
Broward County Office of Economic
& Small Business Development
2020 SPEAKER
Craig Avera + Rose White
Owners / Founders
Cali Coffee
2020 JUDGE
John Wensveen
Chief Innovation Officer
+ Executive Director
NSU Broward Center of Innovation
2020 JUDGE
Sarah Lucas
Chief Operating Officer
New World Angels
2020 SPEAKER
Steve Edwards
Managing Partner
Premier Virtual
Ignite + Innovate
Entrepreneurial Programs • Expert Resources
Director
Office of Communications, Marketing and Economic Development
City of Hollywood
moderator
Chief Innovation Officer
Nova Southeastern University
Executive Director
Alan B. Levan | NSU Broward
Center of Innovation
Executive Director
Goldman Sachs 10,000
Small Businesses Program
Miami Dade College
JUNE • 16 • 2021
Get Inspired. Connect With Experts.
Dedicated to the advancement of entrepreneurs -
FREE Admission • Open To All
Register Online to Receive Zoom Access
Ignite Your Idea.
PITCH COMPETITION
Hollywood, FL
The ‘quick-pitch competition’ will feature entrepreneurs and new ventures competing for cash prizes by giving a three-minute presentation of their innovative business proposal to a panel of judges comprised of local investors and business professionals.
If you have the next great idea or business -
Select 'Apply Here' to Complete Form
Applications Must be Submitted by
August 13th, 2021
Application (Submission Form + Pitch Video)
Deadline: August 13th, 2021
Required Call Back 1 of 2
Zoom Interview: TBA
Required Call Back 2 of 2
Zoom Prep: TBA
Finalists Present Day of Event: SPARK Pitch Competition
Virtual Event: TBA x October 2021
INNOVATION
Connect like-minded individuals while cultivating a community around innovation & entrepreneurship
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Provide networking opportunities with investors, experts & innovators
GROWTH
Participate in
SPARK Launch developed for entrepreneurs to realize their potential and build a solid foundation that will drive their innovation forward.
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Watch the premiere
SPARK Pitch Competition to be the first to know about innovation in Hollywood, FL.
HOLLYWOOD
Experience the new wave of entrepreneurship & growth
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See what Hollywood, FL has to offer - explore integral resources & programs dedicated to taking ideas to the next level
FREQUENTLY ASKED
QUESTIONS
I have a great idea!
How do I apply to
present my idea?
Applications must be received by Oct 20th, 2020.
Applicants Must Submit:
(1) Contest Contact Information
(2) Written component describing designated attributes of venture
(3) Video upload of venture introduction (2 Min Max.)
Check out the
Do I already need to have a business setup and running for my idea? In other words, do I need to be a startup business? What if I’ve got a great idea and a plan, but that’s as far
as I’ve got?
SPARK Hollywood, FL loves a good idea… it doesn’t matter whether you’ve gotten it off the ground last year or not. If you’ve got a good idea, we want to know about it and share it with the world to help you. Get your business details together and apply now.
So I’ve applied… now what?
Our SPARK Hollywood, FL will review all applicants and contact selected applicants.
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There will be 2 rounds of reviews. Selected applicants must be available to participate in the reviews to answer questions and critiques before the final SPARK Pitch Competition on November 12th, 2020.
See Guidelines & Criteria
SPONSORED BY
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INVEST IN HOLLYWOOD, FL.
SPARK Hollywood, FL has offered more than 100 entrepreneurs the opportunity to pitch their ventures to expert judges, and awarded more than $20,000 in cash and in-kind prizes to spark businesses since 2017. It provides a platform to access valuable resources available in the City of Hollywood and South Florida while further developing their entrepreneurial skills.
SPARK Hollywood, FL is presented by the Greater Hollywood Chamber of Commerce and the City of Hollywood. It is supported by The Jim Moran Institute for Global Entrepreneurship, NSU Broward Center of Innovation, Greater Fort Lauderdale Alliance, Community Service Foundation of Broward x Bob Giacin | Trustee and
The Committee of 100 x Hollywood.