BizTech Challenge

NexusLA would like to give a special shoutout to our champion sponsors, Black Ambition and Louisiana Economic Development!

The generous contributions from these two companies—both in time and resources— have helped create opportunities for innovation and growth, empowering entrepreneurs and fueling the future of business and technology. We are deeply grateful for their commitment to fostering a stronger, more vibrant tech ecosystem in Louisiana. Thank you for believing in our mission and for your unwavering support!

BizTech Challenge 2024

Last Friday at The Westin New Orleans, Nexus Louisiana's BizTech Challenge announced the 2024 winning teams!

🏆 The $15,000 grand prize for first place went to team ISHARA, including members Christotes Nartey-Tetteh and David Nintang from Grambling State University.

🥈 Representing Blue Tree, Rodney Shepherd from Southern University and A&M College - Baton Rouge, LA received $10,000 in second place.

🥉 Third place, with a prize of $7,500, was awarded to team Amber Accessories, developed by Emmanuel Nnanna, Eniola Irinoye, Flyness Namatama, Stecy Chirinda, and Tanyaradzwa from Grambling State University.

🌟 Last but not least, the fan-favorite team Courtesy, consisting of Kandice Asbury, Lilia Gomez, and Taylor Brown from Southern University Law Center, received $1,000.

Join us in congratulating this year's winners! 👏👏

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Sending a huge shoutout to one of our newest sponsors, Air Products! Air Products is the leading global supplier of hydrogen, accelerating the energy transition through clean hydrogen megaprojects to decarbonize the hardest-to-abate industrial and heavy-duty transportation sectors.

Thank you, Air Products for supporting our student entrepreneurs across Louisiana's Historically Black Colleges and Universities! 🙌

Tomorrow is the day! We can't wait to see you all at this year's at The Westin New Orleans 🤩

If you're not too full from Thanksgiving, join us in witnessing HBCU entrepreneurs pitch their STEM-based business ideas. Secure your seat now! 👇
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The is right around the corner, which means it's time to introduce our judging panel!

These judges will evaluate the final team pitches at The Westin New Orleans on Friday. This dynamic lineup of business leaders represents a mix of industry and professions from serial entrepreneurs to corporate executives. Thank you, judges, for your time, expertise, and commitment to supporting HBCU entrepreneurs! We couldn't do it without you 🙌

This room. This Friday. Y'all ready? 👀

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We couldn’t let another day go by without giving a special shoutout to our sponsors! 🌟

Nexus Louisiana extends our deepest gratitude to these dedicated businesses for their investment in shaping a more inclusive and innovative future. The BizTech Challenge would not be possible without your support, and NexusLA thanks you for helping pave the way to new opportunities for students attending HBCUs.