The ELS Case Competition offers a unique eight-week opportunity for young leaders and executives to work together to solve a community issue.
Donor Name: United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut
State: Connecticut
Type of Grant: Competition
Deadline: 08/31/2022
Grant Duration: 8 Week
Details:
ELS created this “Shark Tank” style competition to allow for innovative thinking, problem-solving and professional development, all while offering up ideas that may have a long-term impact on their community. All teams pitch to a panel of judges in rounds one and two. Three teams proceed to the final round. Funds raised, and the case itself, will focus on addressing local hunger and access to food.
Participate as a sponsor to receive additional benefits or register a team-only
- Sponsor
This unique opportunity is for organizations committed to:
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- Attracting and retaining top talent
- Developing and engaging your future leaders
- Elevating your brand by taking a proactive position on innovation and leadership
- Advancing your corporate social responsibility goals
- Gaining insights from emerging leaders, across the country and locally
- Improving local conditions for families and individuals most affected by COVID-19
- Register a Team
Once you are registered, United Way will pair you with a mentor from the business community and equip you with the resources needed to identify solutions and impress the judges with a winning pitch that addresses a real community challenge.
Team Registration Criteria
- Young, emerging leaders and graduate students
- Three to five individuals from the same workplace or individuals who come together to form a community team
- Company endorsement in recognition and support of the team’s involvement
- Capacity to invest an average of 5-7 hours per week throughout the competition.
For more information, visit United Way.
