College students, pitch your business idea for a chance to win $15,000!

Welcome to the Second Annual Defeat the Odds Pitch Competition!

Fetch is excited to invite student entrepreneurs enrolled in colleges & universities across the United States to pitch their ideas for the chance to win up to $15,000 in prize money and 1:1 mentorship opportunities.

What is the Defeat the Odds Pitch Competition?

The Defeat the Odds Pitch Competition is a platform for college entrepreneurs to share their business ideas for the chance to pitch to a panel of judges and win a cash prize. The competition is designed to give students hands-on learning experiences including honing pitch skills, thinking critically about business models and harnessing innovation.

In addition to the opportunity to win a cash prize, all participants are invited to a virtual Meet the Founder session with Wes Schroll to learn more about how he defeated the odds to build a successful tech unicorn now known as Fetch – America’s Rewards App. Pitch Finalists will receive mentorship to help them prepare for their live pitch. 

Who is Eligible to Participate?

• Students enrolled in a US university or college are invited to participate
• Participants must be at least 18 years of age at the time of submission 
• Pitch applications can include up to 4 members maximum

*Subject to acceptance of official rules

How to Enter

To enter, complete the below online application by Friday, July 25. The application will ask you for information about your business idea, the problem you’re solving and your business model. You’ll also be required to upload a pitch video that’s three minutes or shorter. 

Heads up: You won’t be able to save and return to your application, so have your information and video ready when you apply. 

How Does It Work?

If your application is selected, you’ll be asked to pitch virtually on August 22 to determine our finalists. Finalists will pitch to a panel of entrepreneurs and business leaders onstage on September 18 for a chance at the $15,000 first place prize! 

Each finalist will receive personalized pitching coaching to get you ready for the main stage. 

Prizes

• 1st Place $15,000 plus 1:1 mentorship opportunities with Fetch CEO & Founder Wes Schroll 
• 2nd Place $5,000
• 3rd Place $2,500

Key Dates

April 21 | Applications Open

July 25 | Final Application Deadline

August 8 | Semi-Finalist Announcements

August 22 | Semi-finalists Virtual Pitch Session

September 18 | Pitch Finale

Apply Here

Click here to apply!