The 20th Annual John Ruffatto Business Plan Competition, 5/14, University Of Montana

The School of Business Administration at the University of Montana and The Montana Academy of Distinguished Entrepreneurs invite you to attend and support the 20th Annual John Ruffatto Business Plan Competition http://www.business.umt.edu/made/programs/bizplan/2008%20Sponsorship%20Information%20Package.pdf . Each year student entrepreneurs from colleges and universities across the state gather in Missoula to present their proposed ventures to the business community in an educational, competitive, and fun environment and compete for thousands of dollars in prizes.

This year’s event will take place on Thursday May 14, 2009 at 5:00pm at the Gallagher Business Building on the University of Montana campus.

The mission of the Montana Business Plan Competition is threefold: to provide a positive educational experience in which students receive feedback and advice from experienced business professionals, to foster economic growth through the creation of new businesses in Montana, and to provide a forum for students to interact with the community.

The final round is open to the public during which the finalists will present their business plans and compete for the top prize.

Sponsors are still being accepted and businesses are encouraged to contact Cat Claro to discuss the options and benefits.

For more information: [email protected] or call 406.243.4309.

Thanks to this year’s Platinum sponsors to date: Alpine Log Homes, City Brew Coffee, Huse Law Offices, Pyron Technologies, Surgical Principals, Inc., and Dr. Jeff Shay.