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!
October 5×5 Night at Start Garden
October 28, 2025 5:00 pm
Location: Start Garden
Voting is Closed
October 5×5 Night at Start Garden
October 28, 2025 5:00 pm
Location: Start Garden
Voting is Closed
5 votes
5 ideas
5 minutes
5 judges
$5000
September 5×5 Night Winner!
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Carbon Dragon Technologies
We have a patent-pending process that transforms CO2 into advanced manufacturing materials.
Leon Footwear
Leon Footwear is ushering in a new era of quality leather footwear. Crafted for comfort and handsewn…
Automated Weight Loading System (AWLS)
Smart gym system that automatically loads and unloads weights, improving safety, speed, and accessib…
Get Fit Parties
Most people love a good party. Believe it or not, there are those crazy few who love a good workout.…
Luma Pastry Cafe
A seasonal pastry box club, as a proof of concept for a refined, brick-and-mortar patisserie-cafe in…
Instant Latte Mix
Ever waited in a long line at a coffee shop and felt like you were wasting time? Have you ever wante…
A Natural Hair Removal Company
We are proud to be West Michigan's only manufacturer of sugarwax products, offering a wide range of …
The Morel Code
The Morel Code apparel will design and sell clever, high-quality T-shirts celebrating Michigan’s vib…
Pink Paw Patisserie – Delicious Doggie Delights on Wheels
Pink Paw Patisserie is West Michigan’s first mobile dog treat truck—where pet lovers gather, tails w…
The Food Access Accelerator
The Food Access Accelerator is a Platform designed to ensure everyone has the dignity of a hot meal.…
PREPTD
Redefining meal prep. Personal chefs cooking real food so you can focus on living, not planning.
Re-Route Grounding Drops
The original all-natural, hard and sour adaptogen candy to help distract the brain from panic, and p…
Mind + Motion
The Mind + Motion Membership is a 12-week integrative wellness program combining therapy, fitness, a…
GreenRoots Café & Sports Hub
An eco-friendly café & sports hub in Dessie, Ethiopia, empowering youth and families through spo…
Teach Kids Money with Piggy Bank Pathways
Big dreams start early. We're raising money-smart kids to break cycles and build wealth, one piggy b…
USAMR – American Ingenuity in the Supply Chain
USAMR - Robust, Innovative, American-grade Warehouse Automation
ThermaTrust: Saving Lives on the Battlefield and at Home
Portable smart cooler keeping blood mission-ready to save lives on the battlefield and in every ambu…
E-Z Lift Dishrack
An after-market dishwasher attachment that lifts to the user’s desired height, making loading and un…
I.D. Gym
A safe novel gym with S.P.A.R.bot enabler dummies that measure Speed, Power and Accuracy that's Reco…
Skin Studio 211
Michigan’s only beauty supply store specifically for estheticians, with same-day pickup and delivery…
KALKI & Stick-0-Sticks
Building next-gen games (KALKI & Stick-O-Sticks) blending mythic storytelling, AI-driven NPCs, a…
Kimberlite
A modular camping system built to simplify and elevate the outdoor experience through smarter, adapt…
Ntiravision
“Ntiravision: a media company blending cinematic storytelling with community-focused creativity.”
Our Finalists
Leon Footwear
Leon Footwear is ushering in a new era of quality leather footwear. Crafted for comfort and handsewn with love.
Designed in Michigan, Made in Mexico.
Learn MoreThermaTrust: Saving Lives on the Battlefield and at Home
Portable smart cooler keeping blood mission-ready to save lives on the battlefield and in every ambulance.
Learn MoreInstant Latte Mix
Ever waited in a long line at a coffee shop and felt like you were wasting time? Have you ever wanted a latte on the go, but didn't have $30,000 of espresso equipment, and the extensive barista training to make one like your favorite coffee shop?
Learn MoreLuma Pastry Cafe
A seasonal pastry box club, as a proof of concept for a refined, brick-and-mortar patisserie-cafe in Ada, Michigan.
Learn MoreCarbon Dragon Technologies
We have a patent-pending process that transforms CO2 into advanced manufacturing materials.
Learn MoreOur Supporters
What’s your big idea?
“Eek! What happens if I share my idea with the world?”
Best case scenario, it changes the world. Worst case scenario, nothing happens. So, see if something happens. Share and learn!
