You don’t have to be an entrepreneur to know that it takes money to make money. One of the biggest obstacles for beginning entrepreneurs is the financial risk required for success. Miller Lite Tap the Future is an opportunity for aspiring entrepreneurs to leap over that obstacle and make their business dreams a reality.
Participants are given a chance to present original business ideas and compete for a grand prize of more than $200,000 while receiving expert advice from Daymond John of ABC’s “Shark Tank”.
-Miller Lite Tap the Future is the ultimate competition for entrepreneurs who want to be recognized and rewarded for following their true passion,- said John. -I encourage all entrepreneurs to apply for a chance to get their original idea out there and receive advice on how to take it to the next level.-
In its first two years, Tap the Future has received over 4,000 submissions and provided $700,000 to fund original business ideas. Previous winners, Sean O’Brien and Evan Wray, were acquired for $27 million after creating Swyft Media, a company that creates stickers and emojis that are compatible with mobile messaging apps like Kik, Tango and Viber.
Beginning February 6, entrepreneurs ages 21 and over can submit applications up until April 10, 2015. Thirty semi-finalists will be selected to pitch their business ideas in Atlanta, Dallas, Los Angeles, Miami, Philadelphia and Detroit throughout July. One business from each city will be chosen by a panel of judges to move on to the national finals and win $20,000. In September, the final six participants will compete in Chicago for a $200,000 grand prize.
Miller Brewing Company began as just an idea in 1885 and has grown to be one of the top-five selling beers in the United States. Miller remembers where they started and are using this opportunity to give back to those who share the same passion for entrepreneurship.
-The original light beer exists because Frederick Miller followed his passion against all odds, so it is important for Miller Lite to support entrepreneurs who want to pursue theirs,- said Steve Canal, MillerCoors manager of community commerce and partnerships. -Not only does Miller Lite Tap the Future offer entrepreneurs the chance to interact with top business experts like Daymond John, but it also provides the tools and funding resources to help bring great ideas to life.-
For official rules and information, visit http://www.MLTaptheFuture.com.
