a comprehensive approach
to entrepreneurship
OUR FORMAT
SPARK Experience, a comprehensive event for entrepreneurs comprised of two main components: SPARK Sessions, and our premiere SPARK Pitch Competition.
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Through this approach, entrepreneurs will have a platform to cultivate new, dynamic ideas and sharpen their skills while being inspired.
OUR POSITION
SPARK creates opportunities for entrepreneurs. The team connects like-minded individuals, cultivates a community around innovation & entrepreneurship, provides a platform to access valuable resources and bridges the gap between investors, businesses, sponsors and entrepreneurs. SPARK drives innovation by facilitating opportunities for the entrepreneur community that will catapult them forward in achieving their vision of the future.
SPARK creates opportunities for entrepreneurs. The team connects like-minded individuals, cultivates a community around innovation & entrepreneurship, provides a platform to access valuable resources and bridges the gap between investors, businesses, sponsors and entrepreneurs. SPARK drives innovation by facilitating opportunities for the entrepreneur community that will catapult them forward in achieving their vision of the future.
SPARK creates opportunities for entrepreneurs by providing a platform to access valuable resources and bridges the gap between investors, businesses, sponsors and entrepreneurs.
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SPARK drives innovation by facilitating opportunities for the entrepreneur community that will catapult them forward in achieving their vision of the future.
CONNECT. IGNITE.
SPARK EXPERIENCE | 5.28.2020
ARTSPARK @ YOUNG CIRCLE / 2PM-8PM
BE A PART OF THE EXPERIENCE
PARTICIPATE in SPARK Sessions
WATCH our SPARK Pitch Competition
EXPLORE the Innovators & Business Trade Show
GAIN the Opportunity to Meet Investors & Entrepreneurs
SPARK Sessions will be held 2PM – 5:30PM. SPARK Pitch Competition will be held
5:30PM – 8PM. Trade Show & networking will take place through out event,
There are 2 forms of entry for sale: (1) SPARK Experience Ticket (full experience, all inclusive) (2) SPARK Pitch Competition (entry only for competition, doors open at 5:30PM).
WE SEE IDEAS THAT WORK.
SPARK PITCH COMPETITION
The ‘quick-pitch competition’ will feature entrepreneurs and new ventures competing for cash and in-kind 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 -
click the apply link below. Applications must be submitted before April 20, 2020.
OVERVIEW
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 Sessions 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
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Be a part of a business trade show - showcasing innovation & Hollywood's business community
KEY NOTE SPEAKER
/ JUDGES
2020 KEY NOTE SPEAKER
Claudio Sorrentino
CEO | Body Details
2019 JUDGE
Nate Vasel
Principal | Las Olas Venture Capital
2019 JUDGE
Sandy-Michael McDonald
Director | Broward County Office of Economic & Small Business Development
2019 JUDGE
Paco Velez
President & CEO | Feeding South Florida
2019 JUDGE
Janet Alhgren
Founder & Principal | ScaleUp Executives South Florida
FREQUENTLY ASKED
QUESTIONS
I have a great idea!
How do I apply to
present my idea?
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?
So I’ve applied… now what?
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ABOUT US
SPARK Hollywood, Fl has three main objectives: (1) provide an opportunity for early-stage entrepreneurs to learn about resources available in the City of Hollywood and South Florida while further developing their entrepreneurial skills; (2) provide an opportunity for new ventures to showcase their ideas, inventions and products during a “trade show” (3) provide a quick-pitch competition for selected contestants to pitch their idea or invention to a panel of judges to win prizes.
CONTACT US
330 N Federal Hwy.
Hollywood, FL 33020