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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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…
Instant Latte Mix
Ever waited in a long line at a coffee shop and felt like you were wasting time? Have you ever wante…
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…
Ntiravision
“Ntiravision: a media company blending cinematic storytelling with community-focused creativity.”
Automated Weight Loading System (AWLS)
Smart gym system that automatically loads and unloads weights, improving safety, speed, and accessib…
Kimberlite
A modular camping system built to simplify and elevate the outdoor experience through smarter, adapt…
KALKI & Stick-0-Sticks
Building next-gen games (KALKI & Stick-O-Sticks) blending mythic storytelling, AI-driven NPCs, a…
The Food Access Accelerator
The Food Access Accelerator is a Platform designed to ensure everyone has the dignity of a hot meal.…
Leon Footwear
Leon Footwear is ushering in a new era of quality leather footwear. Crafted for comfort and handsewn…
E-Z Lift Dishrack
An after-market dishwasher attachment that lifts to the user’s desired height, making loading and un…
USAMR – American Ingenuity in the Supply Chain
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Re-Route Grounding Drops
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The Morel Code
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Get Fit Parties
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PREPTD
Redefining meal prep. Personal chefs cooking real food so you can focus on living, not planning.
Carbon Dragon Technologies
We have a patent-pending process that transforms CO2 into advanced manufacturing materials.
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…
A Natural Hair Removal Company
We are proud to be West Michigan's only manufacturer of sugarwax products, offering a wide range of …
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…
Mind + Motion
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GreenRoots Café & Sports Hub
An eco-friendly café & sports hub in Dessie, Ethiopia, empowering youth and families through spo…
Luma Pastry Cafe
A seasonal pastry box club, as a proof of concept for a refined, brick-and-mortar patisserie-cafe in…
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!
