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Timeline

A key part of (re)innovate challenge is that it provides you with a structured framework for developing your idea. Following is the timeline for the challenge. Make sure you also keep your eye on the News and Events pages to learn about other activities!

Month

Activites

Aug - Sep
  • Expressions of interest from participants
  • Pre-challenge resources available

October
  • Idea generation workshops held
  • Assistance provided to participants in framing their idea

November
  • Entries due 27 November
  • Entry fee paid
  • Education manuals and other resources available for download

December
  • Teams to submit a 2 page overview of their idea

January 2009
  • Topics Covered:
    • 1. The Need
    • 2. The Idea
  • Feedback on first submission
  • Video workshops start
 

February 2009
  • Topics Covered:
    • 1. Market Research 
    • 2. Implementation Strategy
    • 3. Marketing Plan
    • 4. Design & Development Plans
  • On-line mentor forums open

March
  • Topics Covered:
    • 1. Intellectual Property Protection
    • 2. Operations
    • 3. Implementation Schedule
    • 4. Return on Investment

April
  • Topics Covered:
    • 1. The Team
    • 2. The Ask
    • 3. Executive Summary
    • 4: Pitching Ideas

May
  • Submission and pitching of final business plans

June
  • Announcement of State Awards

July
  • Finalist pitching
  • Gala event to announce national winners