WHAT: Shark University—An event inspired by the ABC/CNBC show “Shark Tank”
WHY: To benefit the Economic Empowerment programs provided by LifeBridge Community Services
WHEN: Thursday, April 14th, from 5:30—8:00 PM
WHERE: The Schelfhaudt Gallery
FORMAT: Networking Reception 5:30—6:30pm
Arnold Bernhard Arts and Humanities Center
The University of Bridgeport
84 Iranistan Ave., Bridgeport, CT
Competition 6:30—8:00pm
Teams of students drawn from the business schools of area universities will present a business
plan—for any product or service—to a stellar panel of expert judges made up of corporate
leaders, entrepreneurs, and venture capital business professionals. Teams will have a total of
15 minutes to present their ideas, field questions, and receive feedback from panel members.
PRIZE: The winning team, as determined by the panel, will receive a prize of $500+ and mentorship from a local Executive level mentor.
ABOUT LIFEBRIDGE
LifeBridge Community Services is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to inspire and empower
our clients by linking comprehensive programs to strengthen personal capability, develop skills, and build
pathways to economic self-sufficiency.
For more information, contact: Jeanne Breen at Jadbreen@comcast.net