M3 1000 The Program

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Ready to become one of up to 250 women to pitch and compete for prizes at the next M3 1000 event?  Ready to make yours a million ? You must first be sure that your business meets the criteria to participate and that you will be able to participate at each stage of the program that can help you to accelerate YOUR business to the million dollar revenue level in the next 18-36 months!

CRITERIA

To pitch your business, your business should meet the following criteria:
    •    Be at least 50% woman owned;
    •    Be a U.S. citizen or legal resident;
    •    Be at least two years in business;
    •    Have annual revenues of over $85,000; and under a million
    •    Be ready to grow your business to a million dollars within the next 18-36 months!

I've grown up as a business person with this program, I was inspired to grow my business. Prior to winning, I was just moseying along, just doing business — but I've been inspired to grow.

Kris Wittenberg, Say No More Promotions & Be Good to People
M3 Awardee
Eagle, Colorado

STAGE 1 - PITCHING YOUR BUSINESS

At the Event, each participant will deliver a two-minute elevator pitch about their business, qualifications, and how they would benefit from the Program.  This pitch is given in front of a panel of qualified judges selected by Count Me In.  The judges will select which of the participants will be named as Pitch Winners to move on to the next round.
 
Elevator Pitches are judged on the following criteria:

  • Entrepreneur’s ability to execute her vision (growth/mindset/depth of experience)
  • Growth potential of the business (in terms of size and scale)
  • Realistic marketing and financing strategy (well-defined market niche/competitive advantages/financial acumen)

STAGE 2 - THE APPLICATION

Once you have pitched your business and chosen as a Pitch Winner, you will move on to the application process.  In order to be eligible for selection as an M3 1000 Awardee, you MUST complete the online application package by the assigned deadline.  A complete application package consists of;

Completed and submitted on-line M3 1000 business competition application;

  • Business and professional references;
  • Submitted financial documentation about your business including projections
  • 2009, 2010, and current year to date
    • Profit & Loss Statements
    • Cash Flow Statements
    • Balance Sheets

STAGE 3 - AWARDEE INTERVIEW

You may be contacted by a member of our staff for a phone interview at which point you will have the opportunity to discuss your business, Count Me In, and the program. This interview will be a great opportunity to also ask questions about the program, our community, and also to establish a direct connection with the organization.