Join us for the 2025 Business Venture Tournament Gala at Southern Oregon University, where innovation meets impact! Free to the SOU community, the time is well spent.

This year, four finalists will compete for the 1st prize of $3,000 by convincing the panel of judges and audience that their idea will become the next biggest venture! This is not your normal capstone presentation - this is the fast-paced SOU version of Shark Tank!

This year’s event features the Wildcard Pitch Contest— the chance for SOU students attending to share a great idea that could help change the world - no preparation needed! Just your idea and enthusiasm to possibly go home with cash. 

Connect with local business leaders, community sponsors, and SOU alumni during our networking reception before and after the competition. 

Free Food and Fantastic Door Prizes!

This high-energy showcase celebrates student creativity, entrepreneurship, and real-world collaboration. Open to the entire campus and community.

For more information please visit the Business Venture Tournament Website