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Be Fearless and Aspen Scholars: A Pitch-It Competition

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Based on the popularity of pitch sessions run by organizations such as Startup America Partnership, the Case Foundation Pitch-It Competition will allow a select group of Aspen Scholars to compete in a public forum for grant dollars. In front of a judging panel including Jean Case, Steve Case, Jerry Murdock, and others, the scholars will have five minutes each to convince these judges that they deserve funding. Join us for a chance to hear stories about big bets, experimentation, and failing forward. Grants and prizes will be awarded to the top pitches, as well as the audience favorite! Jean Case Jean Case Melody Barnes Jerry Murdock

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