National Black MBA Association (NBMBAA) “Innovation Whiteboard Challenge” to award a $10,000 prize to winning entrepreneur at the 35th Annual Conference & Exposition

(PR Newswire) – Chicago – The National Black MBA Association (NBMBAA) Annual NBMBAA Entrepreneurial Institute (EI) is accepting applications for its “Innovation Whiteboard Challenge,” held during the Association’s 35th Annual Conference & Exposition in Houston, TX on Wednesday, September 11, 2013.

The competition will culminate in one lucky finalist walking away with a US$10,000 prize. Entry into the competition is open to the public and free. The deadline to register for the Innovation Whiteboard Challenge is Thursday, August 15, 2013.

The Innovation Whiteboard Challenge is an intense A-game competition where entrepreneurs are armed with only a whiteboard, marker and their salesmanship. Finalists are given five minutes to present their business idea to a panel of venture capitalists, academicians and established business people. Sponsored by Marriott International, Inc., the Innovation Whiteboard Challenge is one of the many highlights of the day for entrepreneurs.

The Entrepreneurial Institute, designed by entrepreneurs, addresses the unique needs of business owners who are looking to jump-start their growth, collaborate with fellow entrepreneurs, and gain new ideas.

All sessions are led by cutting-edge educators and successful entrepreneurs dedicated to sharing their knowledge, insights and expertise. The Entrepreneurial Institute provides entrepreneurs an excellent opportunity for professional development, networking and breakthrough training. Entrepreneurs interested in attending the Entrepreneurial Institute and/or competing in the Innovation Whiteboard Challenge are encouraged to visit http://www.nbmbaaconference.org/ei.html to register.

About the National Black MBA Association, Inc.: Established in 1970, the National Black MBA Association, Inc. (NBMBAA) is dedicated to developing partnerships that create intellectual and economic wealth in the black community through its five channels of engagement: education, career, leadership, entrepreneurship, and lifestyle.

With 40-plus chapters, the NBMBAA has over 10,000 members, and more than 450 corporate partners. NBMBAA offers programs such as the Annual NBMBAA Conference and Exposition, education programs, and career programs. For more information, visit www.nbmbaa.org.