NextCycle Michigan Summer Showcase

NextCycle Michigan Summer Showcase

Watch 17 teams pitch their recovery, reuse and recycling projects and connect with Michigan's circular changemakers.

By NextCycle Michigan

Date and time

Wednesday, June 12 · 12:30 - 7pm EDT

Location

Eastern Michigan University - Student Center

900 Oakwood Street Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Agenda

12:30 PM - 1:00 PM

Registration/Check-In

1:00 PM - 1:15 PM

Welcome & EGLE Introduction

1:15 PM - 1:35 PM

Keynote

Keynote announcement coming soon!

1:35 PM - 3:25 PM

Pitch Session: FLOWS Teams

FLOWS stands for Food, Liquids & Organic Waste Systems. Teams in this track are focused on transforming aspects of organics recovery - from food scrap collection to using organic waste for building m...

3:25 PM - 3:40 PM

Networking Break

3:40 PM - 5:40 PM

Pitch Session: RIT Teams

RIT stands for Recycling Innovation & Technology. Teams in this track are focused on creating novel material recovery or sorting technologies, developing new waste minimization techniques, or creatin...

5:40 PM - 6:20 PM

Networking Reception

Meet the teams and chat with Michigan's business and community leaders, sustainable materials management experts, and potential investors. Special opportunity: Teams will have the ability to "showcas...

6:20 PM - 7:00 PM

Award Ceremony

Thousands of dollars are up for grabs - stick around to see who wins!

About this event

  • 6 hours 30 minutes

NextCycle Michigan Summer Showcase

Welcome to the NextCycle Michigan Summer Showcase! Join us at the Eastern Michigan University - Student Center for an afternoon filled with innovation, creativity, and inspiration. This in-person event is your chance to connect with business and community leaders, discover cutting-edge technologies, and network with like-minded individuals. Don't miss out on this opportunity to engage with Michigan's circular changemakers. See you there!

What is a Pitch Session? Each team will get 5 minutes to pitch their project, followed by 5 minutes to answer questions posed by the judging panel. The 5-min pitch + 5-min question cycle is repeated for each team within each track.

Visit event page for more info and team bios: NextCycle Michigan Summer Showcase

Interested in becoming a sponsor? Download the sponsor prospectus to learn more.

NextCycle Michigan is an initiative of the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE), powered by RRS with support from Centrepolis Accelerator and the Michigan Recycling Coalition.

Hotel Room Block

Ann Arbor Regent Hotel & Suites, 2455 Carpenter Rd., Ann Arbor, MI 48108

There are a limited number of rooms available at a special rate for the nights of June 11 and 12. To reserve, please call 734-973-6100 and use group code "NCM24" or simply follow the link to see availability/special rate: NCM24 Room Block

Room Block Reservation Deadline: May 9, 2024

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Frequently asked questions

Where should attendees park?

We ask that attendees part in the Student Center Pay Lot (off of Oakwood St.). There is a fee for parking of $2 per hour with a $16 daily max rate, payable via credit/debit card at the automated gate at the entrance to the lot.

What is the suggested attire for the Showcase?

We encourage attendees to wear what makes them comfortable. We suggest business professional attire like skirts, slacks, khakis, blouses, collared shirts, and button-down shirts. Suit coats, sports jackets, and ties are welcomed, but optional.

This event is free - how is it funded?

The NextCycle Michigan program is funded by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE). Additional support is provided by program partners and event sponsors. Learn more about these entities at www.NextCycleMichigan.com.

Why do I need to select a ticket category?

We have allocated a specific number of tickets to each category to ensure we have seats available for the various groups involved in making this event possible. For example, not only will the teams be pitching their projects, but they will also be audience members listening to other teams pitch.

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NextCycle Michigan

NextCycle Michigan is a business accelerator-style program designed to support entrepreneurs, nonprofits, businesses, and communities as they develop projects that divert waste from landfills and strengthen a circular economy in the state. Selected teams will participate in a six-month program where they attend a two-day Accelerator Academy, receive one-on-one consulting and technical support to develop business/operational plans and marketing strategies, connect with potential suppliers and partners, identify funding pathways, and refine project pitches. The program culminates with teams sharing their work and competing for monetary awards during a showcase event.