2008 Business Plan Competition

Entrepreneurship is the cornerstone of sustainable economic growth within a community and the best way to minimize the impact of ripples caused by economic fluctuations.  Innovation is the driving force of the entrepreneur and Taylor University along with the Innovative Network of Grant County are hosting a competition designed to encourage, identify, and assist local entrepreneurs with the most innovative and commercially viable business concepts.

The purposes of the Business Plan Competition are:

  • Encourage area entrepreneurs through cash prizes, planning support, and networking opportunities
  • Increase the awareness level of area investors about community-based innovators
  • Identify local entrepreneurs that might benefit from business incubation services
  • Help local businesses grow thereby impacting the local community job availability and tax base

Mike SmithsonCongratulations to the 2006 Taylor University Business Plan Competition winner, J. Mike "Smitty" Smithson, for making his dream become reality. Smitty's Car Wash, a fully automated large vehicle washing facility is currently under construction at Exit 59 off I-69 in Gas City, IN.

Please see Eligibility and Competition Procedures for details