Registration Open for SFIA Start-Up Challenge

Registration is now open for the Sports and Fitness Industry Association’s Start-up Challenge, offering any business start-up in the athletic, technology and retail sectors of sports and fitness with the opportunity “to present on the big stage in front of the full Industry Leaders Summit audience and distinguished judges.” Five finalists will present on day one of the SFIA Industry Leaders Summit, held this September 25-26, in Baltimore, Md.

All applicants, which will be reviewed by the SFIA Board of Directors, and as a result of applying and entering the SFIA community, all applicants will have the opportunity to be connected to industry-leading accelerators, investors, brands and other potential mentors, said the group. Finalist will receive free admission to the two-day summit.

The grand prize includes $25,000 (~100 hours) worth of Empirika Media Group digital services, with the option to choose among four different digital branding categories to enhance your online presence and business image; spotlight feature in all 2020 SFIA Start-Up Challenge marketing, including a video opportunity for the 2020 Challenge and on-site media opportunities; and a one year of free SFIA membership.

Complete application must be submitted by July 19, 2019 here.