Pitch It Idea Race competition attracted 24 entries – six finalists now selected

Altogether 24 diverse and innovative business ideas entered the Pitch It Idea Race competition. A big thanks to all!
Among these ideas, the jury has now selected six finalists. The following criteria were used: novelty value, feasibility, marketability, and the team behind the business idea.
Now the finalists are preparing to pitch their ideas in the finals to be held on Wednesday 8 April. They also have the option to participate in the Lutes workshops, together with student teams from the Forward program.
The Forward program gathered 22 ideas from students, adding to a total of 46 new and innovative business ideas – what a great number!
Join us at the Demo Day event in Nuijamies, a cultural venue in Lappeenranta, on Wednesday 8 April 2020, at 12:30-17:00. You will become inspired by the most promising entrepreneur talents in South Karelia and hear about current developments in the startup scene. For more information, visit the event’s Facebook page: