Semifinal Round Checklist

Make sure you have…..

Attend at least one Speed Networking event
Completed your semifinal round judging assignments
- The semifinal round judging period is from August 11 - September 4
Received calendar invites to all Challenge events— you can also view these dates below

Events

Judging
- Initial Round: May 28 - June 15 DONE!
- Semifinal Round: August 11 - September 4
- You should receive 3 - 4 judging assignments for each round. Each company takes an average of 30 minutes to review. There are two rounds of judging. Applications are reviewed in Submittable
Judging Consensus Meeting
- Initial Round: June 17 at 5:00 pm DONE!
- Semifinal Round: September 9 at 5:00 pm
- As each Judge has only reviewed a segment of the total number of companies, this event brings our Judges together to review and discuss the total pool and make final decisions collaboratively on who will advance to the next round.
Speed Networking events
- June 24, July 1, July 13, August 5
- Judges must register for at least one event
- This event provides an opportunity for Judges to meet Challenge companies, learn more about their solutions, ask questions, and provide feedback.
Live Pitch Event
- October 21
- Virtual and in person options available.
- Registration is now open. Use the code JUDGE26
- Join us to see the top 6 finalists you helped select pitch for the chance to win a portion of $100,000 and a pilot partnership in Colorado

First Round Judging Window: May 28 - June 15

First Round Judging Consensus Meeting: Wednesday, June 17, 5-7 pm

Semifinalists Announced: June 18

Speed Networking (Judges + Semifinalists): June 24, July 1, July 13, August 5

Semifinal Round Judging Window: August 12 - September 4

Semifinal Round Judging Consensus Meeting: September 9

Finalists Announced: September 10

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