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Nov 04, 2024

Tips + Tricks for Applying to the President's Innovation Challenge (PIC)

Tips + Tricks for Applying to the President's Innovation Challenge (PIC)

Thinking of applying to the 2025 PIC? This hands-on workshop is designed to help you craft a compelling application.

Thinking of applying to the 2025 President's Innovation Challenge (PIC)? This hands-on workshop is designed to help you craft a compelling application. Our i-lab advisors will guide you through the process, offering insights and feedback on how to respond to each question. Whether you're an early-stage venture or already have traction, we’ll help you present your best case to the judges.

Got questions? Our advisors specializing in business, consumer products, social impact, and health care and life sciences will be there to answer them.

Who should attend? This workshop is for student founders, whether you're just starting out or further along with traction. Unsure about where you stand? We’ve got you covered.

For early-stage ventures: We’ll help you clearly define your customer, problem, and solution, and guide you on presenting impact.

For later-stage ventures: If you have paying customers, partnerships, or pilots, we’ll help you showcase traction and market validation to stand out as a potential semifinalist.

We know venture competitions may feel intimidating, but 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 as founder!

Learn more about the PIC at innovationlabs.harvard.edu.

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.

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