As UMBC winds down from the Alex. Brown Center’s Idea Competition, we’re hard at work preparing for an exciting Spring semester full of enriching events—especially the annual Cangialosi Business Innovation Competition (CBIC). 

The deadline for applications is March 8, 2017 at 5 pm sharp. 

The CBIC is designed for entrepreneurial students attending UMBC who know they want to start a company, or perhaps already have, and are seeking funding. This competition was designed for you! If you’re ready to start living your dream, click below to start applying today! 

Register Here 

What is the CBIC?
The CBIC is an opportunity for UMBC students who are serious about starting a business.

Who Should Participate?
Any UMBC student (full or part time, graduate or undergraduate) with a dream of launching their own business soon.

Why Participate?
The CIBC will give you "real world" experience.  You'll be paired with a business mentor and you'll get helpful feedback and guidance.  You'll also get connected to the local entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Winners also get: 

·         Free legal services

·         Accounting advice

·         Membership at the award winning Betamore campus in Federal Hill

·         Fundraising advice and Pitch practice with members of Betamore Angels. 

1ST PRIZE = $3,000

2ND PRIZE = $2,000

3RD PRIZE = $1,000 

Additional $2,000 available after 6 months.