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The region’s most open pitch competition

5×5 gives startups a shot to win $5,000. All you need is an idea and 5 minutes to pitch it.

January 5×5 Night at Start Garden
January 28, 2025 5:00 pm
Location: Start Garden
Voting Closes: January 20, 2025 11:59 pm
January 5×5 Night at Start Garden
January 28, 2025 5:00 pm
Location: Start Garden
Voting Closes: January 20, 2025 11:59 pm

November 5×5 Night Winner!

Ana Olson of Las Amigas Tequila, LLC

Congratulations to November’s 5×5 Winner, Ana Olson of Las Amigas Tequila, LLC ‼️ Her company is 100% women-owned, Certified by WBEC and founded in 2023. The company was inspired by two Latina entrepreneurs from West Michigan, Ana Olson and Angelita Valdez, to break barriers in the male-dominated spirits industry. Las Amigas Tequila specializes in producing high-quality tequila made from Blue Agave, sourced directly from Tequila, Mexico. This product aims to serve an underserved market—tequila enthusiasts looking for an authentic, premium, and culturally-driven spirit that embodies female empowerment. We can’t wait to see how Las Amigas continues to grow!

Voting Closes: January 20, 2025 11:59 pm
Family Flow
A modern parenting platform offering personalized advice, expert support, and a nurturing community for parents in the US
REMOTivatEd: Community for Remote Workers
We bring remote professionals together to build meaningful connections, tackle challenges, and spark personal and professional growth. Together, we combat loneliness, enhance well-being, and achieve the productivity and work-life balance remote work was meant to offer.
Roots to Resilience
We teach Foster/adoptive families who have black and bi racial children how to care for their hair and skin, we give them the education and hands on skills to be able to confidently care for their kid’s hair and skin
Moments Matter
Implementing a senior companionship service that will not only offer a service but will create safe, genuine relationships.
Inner Fitness Counseling and Wellness Center
My business idea is to open an integrative wellness practice with mental health and fitness services once location called Inner Fitness Counseling and Wellness Center in Grand Rapids. Inner Fitness Counseling and Wellness Center will strive to provide our clients with a unique and comprehensive mental health and wellness approach. By offering a combination of counseling and fitness programs, we will aim to address the mind-body connection to promote overall well-being. Our center will be committed to creating a sage and nurturing environment where individuals can explore their personal growth and healing journeys.
Body Party
Body Party is a revolutionary women's empowerment brand born from personal struggle and a vision for change. As the founder, my own battles with body image issues illuminated the widespread need for a brand that nurtures self-love and confidence in women. Our mission transcends the realm of mere product sales; we are fostering a movement that aims to redefine beauty perceptions and empower women to embrace their authentic selves. At its core, Body Party offers a comprehensive platform for women's self-improvement and well-being. Our product line includes luxurious scented soaps, seductive lingerie, and pleasure products, all designed to enhance self-love and body positivity. However, we recognize that true empowerment comes from within, which is why we also provide mental wellness tools such as self-care journals for reflection and personal growth. To further support our customers' journeys, we will offer educational workshops, rejuvenating retreats, and personalized coaching sessions
SkillShare Local
Connecting skilled retirees with young entrepreneurs and businesses for mentoring, fostering community growth and collaboration.
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