New Venture Challenge Finals

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Trailblazing ideas and entrepreneurial spirit reap rewards at the 2025 NVC Finals

The 2025 New Venture Challenge (NVC) culminated in a final showcase on April 23 with a live audience cheering on the University of Colorado Boulder’s next exciting innovations. At an event filled with big ideas and even bigger entrepreneurial spirit, six teams competed for a record $325,000. Read More

Come support the next big ̽»¨ÊÓƵ innovations

Join us at the Boulder Theater to see who will win theÌýannual New Venture Challenge (NVC). ̽»¨ÊÓƵ’s top student, faculty and staff startups will pitch their ideas to a panel of esteemed judges and you, a live audience, as we award $275,000 in funding!

Program highlights

This year's highlights include a packed lineup of programming and entertainment including:

  • Opening remarks by ̽»¨ÊÓƵ Chancellor Justin Schwartz
  • Dynamic emceesÌýAlbus BrooksÌýandÌýDianne Myles
  • Entertainment by DJ Fa'Ddorah
  • Vocal performance by the In the Buff A Capella Group
  • Special appearance by ̽»¨ÊÓƵ mascot, "Chip"
  • Spotlight onÌýthe winning team of the 2026 High School New Venture Challenge—powered by FirstBank
  • Presentation of theÌý2026ÌýInnovation & Entrepreneurship Award

Event specifics:

  • Doors open for general admission at 5:30 p.m. and the event begins at 6 p.m.
  • This event is free with registration.
  • Attendees must register in advance.
  • Seating is limited and at-the-door registration is not guaranteed.
  • The Boulder Theater bar will be open for those over 21.

̽»¨ÊÓƵ the New Venture Challenge (NVC)

—a signature programÌýof ̽»¨ÊÓƵ’sÌý—is a launchpad for aspiring problem-solvers and creatives. Participants have the opportunity to build impactful ventures through entrepreneurial events and programming, community support, mentorship and the chance to compete for hundreds of thousands of dollars in funding.

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