The Lauderhill CRA Announces their Small Business Expo and Pitch Competition with Pinky Cole

Pitch competitors can win cash prizes for their Lauderhill Business with a grand prize of $25,000

Lauderhill, FL – August 25, 2023 – 12:00 PM – The City of Lauderhill Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) “Small Business Expo and Pitch Competition” returns for its second year. This educational event is designed to inspire, teach, and equip entrepreneurs with tools to elevate their business.

This year’s “Second Annual Small Business Expo and Pitch Competition” will take place at the Lauderhill Performing Arts Center on August 31, 2023, from 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm. The event includes networking opportunities, moderated discussions, and a live pitch competition with Pinky Cole, founder and CEO of the 100M Slutty Vegan empire. Participants will compete for a chance at monetary prizes for first, second, and third place. Event attendees will also have an opportunity to participate in live voting to choose a “Fan Favorite”. All winners will receive free technical assistance to grow their business.*

How to Participate:
Expo Attendees – There is limited availability for this free event and pre-registration is required. If you are interested in attending, please visit our EventBrite page.

VIP Cocktail and Network Reception – This event offers one-on-one interactions with sponsors, staff, and panelists. VIP tickets are priced at $50 each and pre-registration is required. If you are interested in attending this exclusive event, please visit our EventBrite page.

Day’s Events
1:00 PM Expo Registration – Lauderhill Performing Arts Center – 3800 NW 11 Place, Lauderhill, FL 33311
2:15 PM– VIP Network Reception
3:00 PM– Moderated Conversation with Pinky Cole
3:30 PM– Pitch Competition – The final round of the pitch competition will be held in the theater.
5:00 PM – Small Business Expo Hall

For more information, please call 954-714-2184 or email crapitch@lauderhill-fl.gov.

*Contest terms and conditions must be adhered too.

CRA Board - Mayor Ken Thurston, Vice Mayor S. "Ray" Martin, Commissioner Denise D. Grant, Commissioner Lawrence "Jabbow" Martin, Commissioner Melissa P. Dunn, and Executive Director Sean Henderson