Join us for an inspiring kickoff to our Harvard-wide venture competition!
Join us for an unforgettable evening as we officially launch this year’s President’s Innovation Challenge (PIC), where Harvard’s boldest thinkers come together to redefine what's possible.
This immersive experience will add a celebratory vibe to a traditional info session, offering you a glimpse into our global venture competition for Harvard founders and how interested students can put forth a strong application.
WHAT TO EXPECT
- Lobby Takeover: Explore life-size photos of past PIC teams pitching their groundbreaking ideas, and witness how they’ve redefined the boundaries of possibility.
- Speaking Program: Hear from Matt Segneri, the Executive Director of the Harvard Innovation Labs, as he introduces this year’s theme. Listen to past PIC finalists and winners share their stories, and gain insights from our distinguished judges on what makes a winning application.
- Networking: Connect with fellow participants, past finalists, and judges while you enjoy food and drinks. Exchange ideas, make new connections, and leave inspired to push your venture forward.
MEET THE PANELISTS
- Wale Lawal (MesaQuantum): $75k Winner, Open Track
- Michael Finn-Henry (EndoShunt): $75k Winner, Health Care + Life Sciences Track
- Rea Savla (Zor): $75k Winner, Social Impact Track
- Shalen de Silva (Slayer Consulting): 2024 PIC Judge, EiR, 2020 PIC $75k Winner
ABOUT THE PIC
The President’s Innovation Challenge is a global venture competition for Harvard students and select alumni who are redefining what’s possible. Fully matriculated, degree-seeking student founders from all 13 Harvard schools are invited to apply.
While venture competitions may feel intimidating, please don’t count yourself out. We believe great ideas come from all of us, and we encourage founders from all backgrounds –and addressing a full range of topics – to apply. Redefine what’s possible for your venture – and yourself!
Visit innovationlabs.harvard.edu/pic to learn more about the President’s Innovation Challenge and apply by December 5, 2024.
GETTING TO THE HARVARD INNOVATION LABS
The Harvard Innovation Labs is located on the first floor of Batten Hall at 125 Western Avenue, Allston, MA 02134. We are situated on the Harvard Business School campus, a 15-20 minute walk from Harvard Square. You can also use the Harvard shuttle. The University offers daily parking for faculty, staff, students, visitors, and guests in the HBS lot on Western Avenue. The HBS lot is available 24/7 and accepts both cash and credit card payments.
ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT
The Harvard Innovation Labs welcomes attendees of all abilities to our events, both in person and online.
Requests for American Sign Language interpreters and/or CART providers should be made at least two weeks in advance, if possible. Please note that the University will make every effort to secure services, but that services are subject to availability.
If you would like to request accommodations or have questions about physical access, please contact i-lab@harvard.edu in advance of the event.
FUTURE COMMUNICATIONS
Please note: By registering, you agree to receive emails about this event and future communications from the Harvard Innovation Labs.
