"I learned how to take not only a idea but my dream, and pull people I knew that felt the same as me in to believing what a few people working together can do for positive outcomes. I learned to ask for what I believe in, work as a dedicated team, take criticism and learn from it to develop something better and work hard."
"I feel that this competition is very much needed in this community and at HCCS, because it helps students realize they can be successful, make a difference in the community and listen to people such as our advisors and make the most of what comes before them."
"I would honestly have to say that this was the very best experience I had ever had. I had the opportunity to explore creative ways to put my ideas forward as well as learning from highly talented and amazing advisors how to communicate my ideas in a professional way."
"You have so many wonderfully experienced advisers, to see their credentials was so impressive. Thank you for involving these people of merit in this endeavor! The training sessions were great and I really loved the video on the T&C website and the poster in the halls; that was great marketing. I saw the poster while I was checking out the school – it convinced me to pursue enrolling!"

2012 Business Plan Competition

Entry Rules

 

  • At least one entrant on each team must be actively enrolled and in good standing with HCC (During 2011 or Spring 2012; can be Continuing Education students)
  • Entrants must work in teams of at least two and
  • At least one member of each team must complete BUSG 2309 (For Credit) or BUSG 2009 (Continuing Education)

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    Who should apply

     

  • Entrants who want to turn their business idea into a serious business;
  • Entrants who are in a business that is struggling and needs a new course of action and/or better implementation; or
  • Entrants whose employer needs a new business direction and/or new product line.

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    Timeline for the 2012 Newspring Business Plan Competition

     

  • November 7th, 2011 – Enrollment begins*
  • January 20th, 2012 – Enrollment deadline*
  • April 5th, 2012 – Submission deadline for business plan
  • April 26th,  2012 – Finalists present business plans to judges
  • April 30th, 2012 – Winners announced and awards presented

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    BPC Training Session Schedule:

    Newspring conducts five training sessions for contestant teams and their business advisors about the required focus and planning to write their business plans and move effectively through the competition. These are closed sessions open only to contestants, advisors, Newspring staff and HCC’s BPC related staff. All training sessions will be held in the Commons at HCC Spring Branch from 6:30-8:00pm. We also encourage teams to meet individually with their advisors following the training sessions.

     

  • January 31st: Discipline/Skills, Milestone Chart, Target Market, Defining the Customer
  • February 7th: Product and Business Differentiation, Structure, Organization
  • February 21st: Financials
  • March 20th: Final Group Q&A (Plans due April 5th)
  • April 17th: Presentation Skills

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    Enter the 2012 Newspring Business Plan Competition

    Be sure to read the Contestant Requirements and Competition Rules BEFORE completing the On-Line Application. Be prepared to attach electronic copies of each team member’s resume, because you MUST provide resumes for each team member. Be prepared to provide an HCC student number for at least one team member who is or has been registered for the required class. Prior to filling out the online application, you should:

     

  • Read the Contestant Requirements
  • Read the Competition Rules
  • Have a student number ready for input (at least one HCC student per team)-for the one student who has taken the class (BUSG 2309 or BUSG 2009), or who will be taking it this Spring. If you still need to take the class, Register Now.
  • Have electronic resumes for each team member ready to attach.
  • Fill-out the Online Application. The application period will open November 7, 2011 and end January 20, 2012.


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    2011 Winners Announced!