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The region’s most open pitch competition
Attend this month's 5x5 Night! The top 5 contestants will be pitching their ideas to our judging panel for a shot at winning $5,000. Show up and support these entrepreneurs!
April 5×5 Night on the Road at SURGE in Holland!
April 29, 2025 5:00 pm
Location: SURGE located 65 E 7th St, Holland, MI 49423
Voting is Closed
April 5×5 Night on the Road at SURGE in Holland!
April 29, 2025 5:00 pm
Location: SURGE located 65 E 7th St, Holland, MI 49423
Voting is Closed
5 votes
5 ideas
5 minutes
5 judges
$5000
February 5×5 Night Winner!
Alexia Price O’Neal, of Body Party
Congratulations to last night’s 5×5 Winner : Alexia Price O’Neal, of Body Party 🎉‼️ The Muskegon Event featured great entrepreneurs- Alexia edged out with a compelling business plan! It was also great to see the support of her team!
Voting Closes: April 21, 2025 11:59 pm
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