UC Davis Mike and Renee Child Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship

UC Davis Big Bang Business Competition

Who can apply

  • Small businesses

At least one founder must be affiliated with a California institution of higher education. Teams submit through StartupTree; finalists must attend presentations in person. Consult the official Rules and Tools for venture-stage limits.

About this competition

Business development workshops and a venture competition awarding cash prizes. The 2026 first-place award was $25,000.

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