West Texas Entrepreneur Competition
The West Texas Entrepreneur competition is scheduled to kick off Feb. 1. Jeremy “Mr. Spring” Ray is looking for people 18 and older to comprise six teams of six people each.
Ray said the contest was inspired by both the American and British versions of “The Apprentice” as well as a popular contest in his former hometown of Abilene.
“I felt like we could have a competition like that on a smaller scale,” Ray said.
The contest will judge the entrepreneurs’ abilities in marketing, sales, recruiting, organizing and constructing a business plan, Ray said.
Ray will use his businesses to give the contestants weekly tasks. But he’s also looking for outside businesses to get involved.
Contestants will actually do work for the companies, in return for the businesses putting up between $100 and $500, Ray said. He would like to offer a $3,000 first prize if he gets the sponsors. And there is no entry fee for contestants.
Any entrepreneur residing in West Texas can compete. Go here for more information.
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Jason on January 27th, 2009 12:39 am
Great! We love this guy. He’s involved in everything. He was my son’s flag football and basketball coach. Keep up the amazing work Mr. Spring. We love you.
Jaclyn on January 27th, 2009 3:29 pm
That is a cool idea. it will be interesting to read about the follow-ups and how the competitions go and turn out in the end.
cassy on January 27th, 2009 9:18 pm
thats cool idea! i find this post a very interesting to read not only me but also the entrepreneur, coz they will be interested bout this the competition!
Joel Libava on March 13th, 2009 6:52 am
Cool idea. Hey, I LIVED in Andrews, Texas. In the 80s.
SHHH.
The Franchise King
Joel Libava
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