United Way’s Emerging Leaders Society (ELS) has an exciting professional development opportunity that will allow you to tackle a real-life business challenge while making connections with influential leaders in the community. ELS is hosting its first business case competition. 

Teams will consist of 3-5 young professionals and/or graduate students. You can make your own team, or if you need help forming a team, let HYPEster Christina Lumbreras know!

Teams will have just over 3 weeks to develop a business proposal and present a solution to a business challenge facing United Way. Each team will be assigned an influential business mentor who is a leader in the community who will provide guidance and serve as a resource for teams. Mentors are seasoned professionals ranging from entrepreneurs to top level executives! 

The process will culminate with teams presenting their solutions before a panel of judges on 10/03/2017 at Dunkin' Donuts Park! 

"I encourage you to create a team and get involved! This is excellent for professional development and a unique opportunity to put your leadership skills into practice. The presentation will be “shark tank” style, so invite friends, co-workers, and family to watch and cheer you on!" - HYPEster Christina Lumbreras

Make sure you register and get involved!  If this is something of interest, or you would like to discuss more details, please contact Christina directly.

Where: Dunkin’ Donuts Park, Yard Goats Club, 1214 Main St, Hartford, CT 06103

When:Teams need to register by Tuesday, August 29, 2017. October 3rd, 6-9 PM: Presentations/Culmination Event