GEW - Sacramento State College of Engineering & Computer Science Pitch Competition

These pitch competitions are to inspire innovation in problem-solving. Students will have the opportunity to present ideas on how to improve their lives, and their community by solving real-world problems.

The College of Engineering & Computer Science is proud to announce the Fourth Annual ECS Pitch Competition, which will be held this year. The competition is aimed at inspiring innovation and solving real-world problems. Students of all majors in the College of Engineering & Computer Science have the opportunity to present ideas on how to improve their lives, and their community, by solving a real-world problem.

Process: 

• Apply by October 24th
• Notified if selected for pitch presentation: ​Oct. 31st
• Pitch Day: November 9th Wednesday 4:00 pm

Besides up to $500 in prizes for the winner(s), the purpose of this event is to:

• Connect Engineering and Computer Science students’ skills with entrepreneurial resources encouraging them to build sustainable businesses.
• Accomplish linking engineering processes, critical thinking, creativity in solving a problem, persuasive presentations, teamwork and networking with value to real world stakeholders and employers.
• Gain practical experience in demonstrating economic and social value in a sustainable non- or for-profit enterprise. In the process, they will network with stakeholders, employers, and startup founders of the region.
• Connect startup methods such as the value proposition and lean business model canvas with engineering, computer science, or construction management projects.

The College of Engineering & Computer Science Pitch Competition is run in partnership with the Carlsen Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship. The Carlsen Center at Sacramento State, which is open to all students of the campus and their partners in the region, provides comprehensive programming for the future entrepreneurs to move their ideas from dream to reality.