You need only a solid idea and basic proposal to pitch at this startup competition.
The Company Lab’s annual Will This Float event returns Dec. 10, focused on entrepreneurs who are building concepts in music and entertainment. Applications are due Dec. 1 and can be accessed through colab.co/willthisfloat/.
“Following the pattern from last year, we were looking at themes that resonate with larger things going on in the community, areas that have wider legs in the community,” said Mike Bradshaw, Co.Lab’s executive director. Last year’s event focused on the outdoors and environment.
If you go
What: Will This Float? Startup pitch competition When: 6-10 p.m., Dec. 10 Where: Revelry Room, Chattanooga Cost: $7 in advance, $10 at the door. Buy tickets here. Applications due: Dec. 1 at colab.co/willthisfloat/
This year, applications involving 3-D projection, augmented reality and other technologies that enhance the entertainment experience or could utilize ultra high-speed networks will get more consideration, according to Co.Lab. But pitches are not limited to music and entertainment or tech-driven businesses.