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The Launch Place holds The 11th Annual Big Launch Challenge

The Launch Place received over 115 applications for The 11^th Big Launch Challenge Pitch Competition from various start-up companies located in the US. The top competitors took the stage on October 5th to present their innovative business ideas at the North Carolina Biotechnology Center in Durham, North Carolina.

Meet the Finalists for The 11th Annual Big Launch Challenge!

The Launch Place is pleased to announce the top 10 finalists who will pitch their business plans on stage LIVE at The 11th Annual Big Launch Challenge (BLC) on October 5th at the NC Biotech Center in Durham, NC.

The Big Launch Challenge 2023 - Meet the Judges!

The Big Launch Challenge is a live event held on Thursday, October 5th at the North Carolina Biotechnology Center. located at 15 TW Alexander Drive in Durham, North Carolina.

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The Launch Place holds its 8th IdeaFest Competition

The Launch Place received 79 applications for its 8^th IdeaFest Pitch Competition from various start-up companies located in the US and abroad. The top competitors took the stage to present their innovative business ideas at 2 Witches Winery and Brewing Company in Danville, VA today. 

IdeaFest 2023 - Meet the Competitors & Judges!

IdeaFest is a live event held on Thursday, April 20th starting at 1pm at 2 Witches Winery & Brewing Co. located at 209 Trade St, Danville, VA. 

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