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PITCH@USM 2024 Ignites Entrepreneurial Spirit at USM

USM Pulau Pinang, 3&4 July 2024:- The University Sains Malaysia (USM) recently hosted its annual PITCH@USM program, a platform designed to cultivate entrepreneurship and innovation among students and staff. The program aligns with USM's APEX agenda, which emphasizes sustainable performance-based education by providing capacity-building and financial support to aspiring entrepreneurs.

The semi-finals, held on July 3rd, 2024, saw 32 teams showcase their innovative business ideas. The competition intensified on July 4th as the top 12 teams advanced to the final round, held at The Nest and the BHEPA Student Development Center Meeting Room.

Prof. Dr. Habibah A. Wahab, Deputy Vice-Chancellor of Research and Innovation at USM, presided over the closing ceremony. She expressed her admiration for the participants' creativity and thanked the sponsors for their invaluable support.

The event featured a distinguished panel of judges, including industry leaders and academic experts. The winners of PITCH@USM 2024 were:

1. Champion (RM3,000): Ts. Naresh Ravi (ProFeather) from the Graduate School of Business.

2. 1st Runner-Up (RM2,000): Alexander Tan Wai Teng (NEAR) from the School of Mechanical Engineering.

3. 2nd Runner-Up (RM1,000): Muhammad Talhah bin Sarudin (Ecoenzyme@USM) from the School of Management.

Special prizes were awarded to staff and students:

1. Staff (RM1,000): Muhamed Abdul Fatah bin Muhamed Mukhtar (USM Makers Lab) from the School of Materials and Mineral Resources Engineering.

2. Student (RM700): Alka Kaur Sandhu (Cakna) from the School of Social Sciences and Jeremy Lau Wei Han (Mama) from the School of Computer Sciences.

PITCH@USM 2024 exemplifies USM's commitment to fostering a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem, empowering individuals to transform their innovative ideas into successful ventures.

Credit photos : NirMaryadi Rashid / Siti Ruhaida Mohamed Radhi,
Unit Media dan Penerbitan BHEPA USM

Final Submission Statistics for PITCH@USM 2024: Participant Breakdown and Pitch Deck Totals

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Congratulations to the Winners of Pitch@USM 2024 Grand Final!

As another exciting Pitch@USM draws to a close, we're thrilled to announce our grand final winners:

1st Place: ProFeather (RM3000)
2nd Place: NEAR (RM2000)
3rd Place: Ecoenzyme@ (RM1000)
Staff category: USM Makers Lab (RM1000)
special award: Cakna (RM700)
special award: MAMA (RM700)

A huge thank you to all participants for your hard work, creativity, and enthusiasm. Your innovative ideas have truly enriched this competition. For those who didn’t make it to the grand final or win this time, keep pushing boundaries and refining your projects—your journey doesn’t end here!

We also extend our deepest gratitude to the Pitch@USM organising committee for their dedication and effort in making this event a success. Your commitment has been instrumental in fostering innovation and entrepreneurship at USM. Special thanks to the Centre of Innovation and Consultancy (CIC) and the Student Development Centre (HEPA) for their invaluable support and contributions.

Remember, Pitch@USM is not over yet—we’ll be back next year, stronger and more exciting than ever! Stay tuned for more updates and get ready to bring even more innovative ideas to life in the next edition.

Thank you, everyone, for making Pitch@USM 2024 unforgettable!

Congratulations to All Semi-Final Winners of Pitch@USM 2024!

We are thrilled to announce the teams advancing to the grand final:

• ProFeather
• Cakna
• mama
• ABC
• Ecoenzyme@USM
• CareConnect
• Service Excellen
• NEAR
• Automation Solution
• EDUCAT
• Agri AI Solutions (Staff)
• USM Makers Lab (Staff)

Your creativity and innovation have truly impressed us all. Best of luck in tomorrow’s grand final—may the best ideas win!

Registration Closed for Pitch@USM 2024!

Thank you to everyone who registered and expressed interest in this year's event. We are thrilled by the enthusiasm and innovative spirit shown by all participants. The registration is now officially closed as we prepare for an exciting and inspiring competition.

Stay tuned for updates and highlights from the event, and let's get ready to witness some groundbreaking ideas come to life at USM!

Last Chance to Register for Pitch@USM 2024!

Tomorrow is the deadline! Make sure to secure your spot by 12:00 noon on June 28th. Don’t miss this opportunity to transform your innovative ideas into reality at one of the most awaited events of the year.

Register now:

Students: https://forms.office.com/r/QTpSxh03Fm
Staff: https://forms.office.com/r/tdRMu2DKr4
Thank you to everyone who has participated so far. Let’s make this Pitch@USM the best yet!

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We're extending the registration deadline for Pitch@USM 2024 until Friday, June 28th at 12:00 noon, responding to enthusiastic feedback from our community. This is your last chance to join us and bring your innovative ideas to life!

Join Us for the Pitch@USM Live Online Briefing Session!

Get all the details you need to succeed at Pitch@USM 2024! Whether you’re already registered or just curious about participating, don’t miss this comprehensive briefing.

📅 Date: Friday, 21 June 2024
⏰ Time: 3 PM - 4 PM
🔗 Platform: Webex
Join here: Webex Meeting (https://usm-cmr.webex.com/usm-cmr/j.php?MTID=m87a92ad69512e23b8ac913d6734be338)

Open to: All USM staff & students

Agenda:

Opening Remarks
Introduction to Pitch 2024
Detailed Briefing on Pitch Competitions:
Submission Requirements
Evaluation Criteria
Panel Judges for Semi-final & Grand-final
Q&A Session
Gear up to bring your best ideas to life. Let’s innovate and compete!

Selamat Hari Raya Aidiladha! As we celebrate, we are also overwhelmed with the response to Pitch@USM 2024—thank you to everyone who has already registered! If you haven’t registered yet, time is running out. The deadline is on June 20, 2024. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this innovative journey!

Spotted around USM! Check out our vibrant banners promoting Pitch@USM 2024. They’re all over campus, reminding us of the exciting opportunities ahead. Ready to make your mark?

🔗 Student Registration: https://forms.office.com/r/QTpSxh03Fm
🔗 Staff Registration: https://forms.office.com/r/tdRMu2DKr4

A big thank you to everyone who has already registered for Pitch@USM 2024!

For those who haven't registered yet, please hurry as we have limited slots available! Don’t miss out on the opportunity to transform your innovative ideas into successful ventures.

Mark your calendars! Our free online training kicks off on June 1, 2024. This is your chance to develop essential business skills and prepare for the competition.

Prizes Alert: Semifinalists can win RM500, and our champions can take home up to RM3000!

🔗 Register here before June 20, 2024, to secure your spot:
Students 👉 https://forms.office.com/r/QTpSxh03Fm
Staff 👉 https://forms.office.com/r/tdRMu2DKr4

We're thrilled to share that the response to Pitch@USM 2024 has been overwhelmingly positive, and registrations are pouring in fast! As we have limited spots available, we encourage all innovative thinkers and aspiring entrepreneurs from our student and staff community to secure their spot early. Don’t miss the chance to turn your unique ideas into successful ventures and transform from a job seeker to a job creator.

🔗 Register Now:
Students 👉 https://forms.office.com/r/QTpSxh03Fm
Staff 👉 https://forms.office.com/r/tdRMu2DKr4

Let’s innovate and lead together at USM! Time is running out—register today and be a part of this transformative experience!

🚀 Join Pitch@USM 2024: From Job Seekers to Job Creators! 🌟

Unlock your entrepreneurial potential at Universiti Sains Malaysia! Pitch@USM 2024 invites all innovative thinkers from our student and staff community to turn their unique ideas into successful ventures. This initiative aligns with SDG 9, promoting sustainable industrialization and innovation.

What’s in it for you?

Engagement & Education: Participate in our targeted online training programs, develop essential business skills, and receive a Certificate of Completion and myCSD/myCPD.

Financial Support & More: Get financial aid to nurture your startup ideas, with semifinalists winning RM500 and up to RM3000 for our champions!

Extensive Network: Connect with like-minded entrepreneurs and gain access to a thriving ecosystem.

Important Dates:

Registration Opens: May 27, 2024
Online Training: June 1 - June 20, 2024
Semi-finals: July 3, 2024
Finals: July 4, 2024

Register Now:

Student registration link: https://forms.office.com/r/QTpSxh03Fm
Staff registration link: https://forms.office.com/r/tdRMu2DKr4

Don’t miss this chance to transform from a job seeker to a job creator. Let’s innovate and lead at USM!

Congratulations to the Top10 Finalists of Pitch@USM 2023. See you at the Finalist Demo Day on 4 September 2023.

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