Sontag Entrepreneurship Competition
The Sontag Entrepreneurship Competition supports University of Nevada, Reno students in developing and launching innovative for-profit business ventures through mentorship and a multi-stage business plan contest.
Funder: Sontag Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027: Intent to Compete | February 2027: Round 2 | March 2027: Round 3 | April 2027: Round 4 | April 2027: Finals
Funding Amounts: $50,000 prize awarded to a single winning team each year
Summary: Annual competition supporting University of Nevada, Reno students in launching innovative for-profit business ventures.
Key Information: Only full-time University of Nevada, Reno students are eligible to lead and present.
Description
The Sontag Entrepreneurship Competition is an annual business plan competition established by the College of Business at the University of Nevada, Reno, through an endowment from alumnus Rick Sontag. Its mission is to foster the next generation of entrepreneurs by supporting innovative business ideas and helping students launch new ventures in Nevada. The competition is open to student teams, culminating in a single winner who receives a $50,000 award to help launch or grow their business. The program emphasizes practical entrepreneurial experience, mentorship, and exposure to real-world business development.
