Have you ever watched the show, Shark Tank, and thought, “I could’ve TOTALLY done a better job! or “I have an idea that would totally win!”? Well, now is your chance to prove it.
RedEye Chicago and Jack Daniels are presenting the 3rd annual, Big Idea Awards! Once again, they are looking for Chicago-based entrepreneurs between the ages of 21-34 to enter their idea in this one-of-a-kind competition. If you think you have the next big idea, I suggest you submit it ASAP!
There are four categories in which to enter your idea:
- food & drink
- art & design
- technology
- community involvement & civic engagement.
They are accepting entries until 11:59 pm on September 18th, so you still have time! 16 semifinalists (4 from each category) will be selected by the RedEye editorial staff and they will have the opportunity to present their ideas to the public on Oct. 13 at Ravenswood Event Center!
The winners will receive $1,000 cash (OMG), ads in the RedEye’s print edition and a one-year small business membership to the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce plus a gift certificate to apply toward event registration, to help bring your idea to that next level.
All you need to apply is to answer a few questions about your idea and provide a few sketches and/or photos!
If you’ve ever thought up a cool invention, now is your time to shine! To nominate yourself, use this form.
Love always,
Erica
Hello E,
Love your Blog. I’m Laura Keivan a fellow Chicagoen and entrepreneur . I’ve been told by everyone ” you need to be on shark tank” I know you have heard this thousands of times I’m sure !! My Produvts Heavenly Beasts Comforting Canine Couture in the pet industry is just tak g off. It’s pretty new to the pet industry. Chic fun and solves a problem. Love for you to take a peek at my website http://www.heavenlybeasts.com peek at my Instagram. My organic home videos of HB in action show how we roll . We are wholesale In UK and Spain and my press includes MrsSizzle , Paris Hilton. Bark and swagger petlife radio. A few others . I’m a mom of two teen boys. My hubby a trader at board and I’m Mrs HB enjoying this little ride in the canine designing crowd. Hope to hear from you.
You should enter!
Forgot to add .. HB is awesome for foodies and dog lovers in pet friendly restaurants , hotels , outdoor cafes , why ? Cause ur pup is super chill and calm in our Couture outfits and calming charm. So u can enjoy a meal or cocktail with a calm pup near u.