A major sponsor is backing the upcoming Hawks Nest competition for businesses and entrepreneurs from Grey, Bruce, Wellington North, Minto, and the City of Owen Sound.
The Saugeen Economic Development Corporation and Bruce Community Futures Development Corporation have announced TD Bank Group has become the second corporate sponsor for the Dragon’s Den inspired event.
Competitors will pitch their business ideas in an attempt to secure financial support from local “Hawk” investors. The final event is happening on Wednesday, May 17 at the Roxy Theatre in Owen Sound, where the final seven will pitch their business ideas to the Hawks.
The submission deadline is Friday, March 10.
The Hawks Nest will be announcing six high-profile business leaders in the local area who have committed to invest a minimum of $5,000 on one or more of the finalists that evening. Not only is there a minimum $30,000 up for grabs, the finalists will come away with valuable feedback, coaching, mentorship, and immeasurable exposure to kick start their business idea.
“The passion and drive of small business owners and entrepreneurs help power the economy,” says TD District Vice President, Greg Lamarche. “Their success is vital to the prosperity of communities across the region, and TD is proud to support them and their businesses through programs like Hawks’ Nest.”
