"The Arizona Innovation Challenge, one of the largest business plan competitions in the country, is designed to advance innovation and technology commercialization opportunities in Arizona by assisting early-stage ventures to scale. Since its inception in 2011, over 100 companies have received awards. The ACA has committed $3 million dollars annually to advance companies from startup status to market domination. Previous awardees are disrupting the financial aid process for college students, creating more effective ways of fighting brain cancer, pioneering a new frontier at the edge of space in leading the way in the emerging stratosphere economy. And that’s just the tip of the iceberg! Key Takeaways: • Learn the AIC process, timeline and expectations. • Hear insights from the Program Manager and an experienced AIC judge. • Improve your understanding before you complete your application. "