Dates

September 28, 2024

Eligibility

  • Participants must be current high school or college students.
  • Teams should consist of up to 8 members.
  • Each team must include a mix of skills (e.g., coding, design, business).

Project and Submission Requirements

  • Projects should address challenges and opportunities in Chicago, focusing on themes such as:
    • Civic tech
    • Sustainability
    • Mobility
    • Public health
    • Education
    • Small business support
  • Submission Format:
    • Teams will present their projects in a 5-minute pitch format.
    • Submissions must include:
      • Technical implementation details
      • A business plan
      • A clear pitch outlining the project's impact on urban life in Chicago
  • Judging Criteria:
    • Technical implementation
    • Pitch quality
    • Business plan viability
  • Deadline for Project Submission: 4:00 PM on September 28, 2024

Prizes

Judging Criteria and Winner Selection