Northeast Indiana
STARTedUP Challenge 2026: Region Five
Ten student teams from northeast Indiana will compete for a spot in the Challenge Finals this June. The event will bring together government officials, business leaders, entrepreneurs, educators, and family members to support and celebrate these young innovators.
Event address:
1 University Ave,
Angola, IN 46703
🗓️ April 30, 2026
⏰ 9AM - 1PM EST
Hosted by:
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Adams
Allen
DeKalb
Elkhart
Huntington
Kosciusko
LaGrange
Miami
Noble
Steuben
Wabash
Wells
Whitley
Meet the Finalists
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Meet the Showcases
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Agenda
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Check in and take your seat!
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The audience will be welcomed by a representative from Junior Achievement of Northern Indiana and hear from the CEO of the STARTedUP Foundation, Don Wettrick.
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The ten student teams will pitch their business concepts/ideas.
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Food will be provided as the judges deliberate on the pitches.
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The top team will be recognized and invited to participate in the State Finals!