How it works
Programming varies year to year. Recent Summits have run like this:
ShowcaseVentures set up tables
VoteAttendees pick favorites
PitchFinalists go live
AwardsCash, mentors, intros
- Showcase. Student ventures set up tables. Attendees walk the floor, talk with founders and vote.
- Pitch competition. The top ventures pitch live to a panel of alumni judges.
- Awards. Winners have received cash awards, plus feedback, mentorship and introductions from alumni.
Around all of that: talks and panels from founders and investors, workshops, and a lot of networking.
Who it’s for
Everyone in the W&L community. You don’t need to be an entrepreneurship minor or a business major to attend or to show your work. CES ventures pitch at the Summit in winter term.
For students building something
It’s the best chance all year to show your work, meet alumni and get real feedback. Watch the newsletter for this year’s date, eligibility rules and deadlines.
For alumni
Come back to judge, mentor or speak. Here’s how to get involved.