24-Hour Innovation Challenge - Sponsored by The Boeing Company
Do you have what it takes to create an innovative business solution under pressure? Join the 24-Hour Innovation Challenge hosted by the UAH College of Business and compete for your share of $15,000 in scholarships!
Event Details
- When: Feb. 26-27, 2026, kick off begins at 4 p.m. on the 26th
- Where: Business Administration Building (BAB)
- Cost: Free to compete!
Key Details
- Team Registration:
- Register as a team of 3-4, or as an individual.
- Teams of 4 must include at least 2 College of Business students.
- Teams of 3 must include at least 1 College of Business student.
- All team members must be present to pitch in front of the judges.
- All pitches must be in person; Zoom participation will not be permitted.
- This is not an overnight event in the BAB. Teams decide when, where, and how long they work on their pitch.
- The COB is not responsible for missed classes due to this event, but we can confirm your participation if requested by your teacher.
- Who Can Compete:
- Open to all UAH undergraduate and graduate students across all disciplines.
- Why Join:
- $15,000 in scholarships up for grabs!
- Free food provided throughout the event.
- No preparation needed, just bring your creativity and determination!
Tentative Schedule
Thursday, February 26th
- 4:00 PM: Kick-off
- Hear the selection of challenges, meet your team, enjoy dinner, and review the judging rubric.
- Start brainstorming with your team!
Friday, February 27th
- 8:00-10:00 A.M.: Breakfast available in the Student Lounge
- 11:30 AM - 1:00 P.M.: Lunch available in the Student Lounge
- 1:00 P.M.: Presentation pitches due
- 1:30 P.M.: Preliminary judging begins
- 3:25 P.M.: Preliminary awards announced
- 3:30 P.M.: Top 3 presentations
- 4:45 P.M.: Awards ceremony
- 5:00 P.M.: Event concludes