FUELING INNOVATION:

EMPOWERING WYOMING’S STUDENT
ENTREPRENEURS

The John P. Ellbogen $50K Entrepreneurship Competition at the University of Wyoming encourages students across Wyoming to turn their ideas into thriving businesses. Open to all UW and community college students, the competition awards cash prizes to top ventures with strong business potential. Participants gain access to business consulting, mentorship from C-level executives, financial guidance, and a network of investors and partners. Multi-disciplinary teams are encouraged, fostering diverse skill sets essential for success.

RSVP today

25 YEARS OF SUPPORTING INNOVATION

lightbulb with steamboat icon

During it’s inaugural year, introduced as the UW $10K Competition, the College of Business saw eight teams compete.

After 10 successful years of competition, the prize money increased to $30,000, and the event was renamed the UW $30K Competition.

The prize was further elevated to $50,000 with a generous donation from John P. Ellogen, leading to its current title, the John P. Ellbogen $50K Entrepreneurship Competition.

Learn more