Start Here Pitch Competition

Come cheer on the next wave of entrepreneurs in the Upper Cumberland! Join us for the Start Here Pitch Competition on Wednesday, November 18, 2026 at 6:00 pm at 37 Cedar in Cookeville. Six finalists will pitch their big ideas live on stage for a chance to win $10,000, $5,000, or $2,500—plus the opportunity to pitch to the Upper Cumberland Angel Investors Fund. This event is part of Global Entrepreneurship Week and shines a spotlight on innovation, creativity, and the future of business right here in our region. ✅ Free to attend ✅ Open to the public ✅ A night full of inspiration and big ideas Come ready to be inspired, network with local leaders, and celebrate what’s being built in the Upper Cumberland! 👉 RSVP today and mark your calendar. Let’s pack the place and support our entrepreneurs! See less