Pitch Competition
Step into the spotlight. Present your business concepts to a panel of industry stalwarts, competing for invaluable resources and unmatched mentorship opportunities. Here, innovative ventures get a chance to truly shine.
Spark Tank 2025
Thursday, April 10
More information to come!
Ways to Engage
Why should you be a part of Spark Tank?
- A guide in helping you facilitate your Social Enterprise idea
- Opportunity to access investment into your idea/business
- Training in our LaunchPad Program (7 week hosted online)
- Mentorship with an emphasis on your social enterprise operations
- Opportunity to showcase your enterprise at StartUP Fest where you can:
- Gain access to further resources for your business
- Connect with other business leaders
- Meet potential customers and partners
Spark Tank Spotlight
Valley Adobe, 2024 Winner
Miguel Arambula founded Valley Adobe, an earth and construction company based in Fresno, California. Miguel focuses on creating sustainable, low-carbon building products that offer an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional materials like red brick and concrete.
Miguel’s journey was boosted after he received first place in the pitch competition after completing Spark Tank. The program enabled him to develop a pitch deck and present his vision for Valley Adobe to a panel of judges. With the prize money, Miguel constructed a dedicated structure to house his brick-making equipment, including the brick mixer and shaping tools. Beyond financial assistance, the Spark Tank program facilitated meaningful connections within the CCT Network, allowing Miguel to engage with other entrepreneurs and contractors.
“Participating in Spark Tank provided a great opportunity to connect with other local entrepreneurs and business leaders,” Miguel shared. “Being part of a nurturing community is essential for any entrepreneur.”
Spark tank Process
We will walk you through the process of putting together your proposal, pitching the idea with the opportunity to gain investment, and putting together your business plan to start creating an impact.
Bring a Pitch Competition to your city/Town!
Contact Bryan Feil at bryan.feil@fresno.edu.
