NY StartUP! 2024 Business Plan Competition: Virtual Workshops

Are you an entrepreneur looking for the chance to launch your business? Join the New York StartUP! 2024 Business Plan Competition! Turn your ideas into reality with access to Library resources, mentorship, and cash prizes between $7,500 and $15,000.

Questions about the StartUP! Competition? Contact startup@nypl.org, or visit the competition page for more information.

Workshop #1: Company Description, Analyzing Your Industry and Target Market

• Wednesday, May 8, 2024, 6:30-7:30 PM
• Tuesday, May 14, 2024, 6:30-7:30 PM
• Tuesday, May 21, 2024, 6:30-7:30 PM

Workshop #2: Competitor Analysis and Identifying Growth Opportunities 

• Wednesday,  June 5, 2024 , 6:30 - 7:30 PM
• Tuesday, June 11, 2024, 6:30 - 7:30 PM
• Tuesday, June 18, 2024, 6:30 - 7:30 PM   

Workshop #3: Marketing Strategy and Business Operations  

• Wednesday, July 17, 2024, 6:30 - 7:30 PM  
• Tuesday, July 23, 2024, 6:30  - 7:30 PM 
• Tuesday, July 30, 2024, 6:30 - 7:30 PM

 Workshop #4: Milestones, Exit Plan, Financial Statements, Executive Summary 

• Tuesday, August 6, 2024, 6:30 - 7:30 PM 
• Tuesday, August 13, 2024, 6:30 - 7:30 PM 

Bonus Workshop: Presenting Your Plan 

• Tuesday, September 24, 2024,  6:30 - 7:30 PM