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 Â鶹ӰԺ’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 CU Â鶹ӰԺ innovations

Join us at the Â鶹ӰԺ Theater to see who will win theÌýannual New Venture Challenge (NVC). CU Â鶹ӰԺ’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 CU Â鶹ӰԺ Chancellor Justin Schwartz
  • Dynamic emceesÌýAlbus BrooksÌýandÌýDianne Myles
  • Entertainment by DJ Fa'Dorah
  • Vocal performance by the In the Buff A Capella Group
  • Special appearance by CU Â鶹ӰԺ mascot, "Chip"
  • Spotlight onÌýthe winning team of the 2026 High School New Venture Challenge—powered by FirstBank
  • Presentation of theÌý2026ÌýInnovation & Entrepreneurship Awards
  • Live voting for the $5,000 Audience Choice Award

Event Details

  • Date:ÌýWednesday, April 22, 2026
  • Time:Ìý6-9 p.m.
  • Location:ÌýÂ鶹ӰԺ Theater
  • Address:Ìý 2032 14th Street, Â鶹ӰԺ, CO 80302

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 Â鶹ӰԺ Theater bar will be open for those over 21.

Â鶹ӰԺ the New Venture Challenge (NVC)

—a signature programÌýof CU Â鶹ӰԺ’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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