Do you have a great idea? Pitch it!

Launch Fayette, in partnership with The Fayette Chamber of Commerce and Jason Hunter Design, presents the 2026 Fayette Pitch Contest — a dynamic, Shark Tank-style event where local entrepreneurs pitch their ideas to a panel of judges for prizes, exposure, and bragging rights.

Important Dates

August 4, 2026

Contest officially announced

October 13, 2026

Application deadline

October 20, 2026

Preliminary pitch round
(required for all applicants)

November 19, 2026

Final pitch contest event

Who Should Apply

We welcome entrepreneurs, startups, and innovators from all industries who:

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Have a bold, scalable idea

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Are planning to launch or grow in Fayette County

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Are ready to pitch in person on both October 20th and November 19th

Think your idea has what it takes? Apply Now

Complete the application below to enter the 2026 Fayette Pitch Contest. Be sure to review all deadlines and requirements before submitting. A $20 non-refundable application fee is required.

👇 Start your application here:

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No person will be excluded from participation in Launch Fayette on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetic information in any of its educational programs, employment practices, or other services and activities.

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