Joy and Jerry Meyers Cup application deadline

Are you a graduating UVM undergrad with a business idea or want to learn more about how to launch one? Apply for the Joy and Jerry Meyers Cup and enter for a chance to win $212,500 in cash plus in-kind services to start your business! The first application deadline is October 10th!

Learn about eligibility, schedule, and deadlines, and apply. Contact Prof. Erik Monsen with questions!


The competition offers ongoing opportunities for entrants to develop mentorship relationships with partners and improve pitches. All UVM undergraduates are welcome to join the development workshop. Undergraduate students who are not yet graduating but have a business idea or entrepreneurial mindset can become involved at any stage by teaming up with graduating UVM students who are eligible or listening to feedback provided at the development workshop to refine their pitch for when they become eligible.