Winneshiek County Development to hold business plan competition

Winneshiek County Development, Inc. has announced it is holding another "Biz Booster Challenge," a business plan competition intended for anyone who starts a new business or significantly expands an existing business.

The main criteria in selecting a winner or winners in the Biz Booster Challenge will be the amount of economic impact the new or expanding business will have in Winneshiek County.

The deadline for entering a business plan is October 11th, with entries due at the WCDI offices on Water Street.

In addition to a one-time grant award, the winner or winners may receive free professional consultations with an attorney, a certified public accountant or other professional services helpful to running a small business.

Participants must be 18 years or older or have consent of their parents or legal guardians to qualify.  Only one business plan per participant will be allowed.

In addition to a written business plan, finalists will make an oral presentation before a 7-member judging panel.
  
Registration materials and more information about the Biz Booster Challenge may be obtained by contacting Winneshiek County Development Director Randy Uhl at 563-382-6061 or wcdi@thinkdecorah.com