Make something people want: Build Blue is BACK!
Join us for a month-long build sprint to take your idea from 0 to 1. Also, check out what V1's been up to this semester, from our Winter Kickoff to our newest cohort!
Compete in Michigan’s largest build sprint! 🔨
Do you have an idea that you want to bring to life? If so, then Build Blue is for YOU! Build Blue is a month long build sprint brought to you in partnership with Contrary Capital! Work alongside V1’s Product Studio teams and unlock an array of incredible resources, such as $5,000 in AWS Credits, $20,000 in Stripe fee-free processing, and much much more.
Here’s what you’ll get from being in the Build Blue program:
🚀 Jumpstart your product mindset: Whether you're deep in project mode or sparked by a fresh idea, Build Blue is your launchpad for turning dreams into reality!
💻 Access to exclusive resources from Contrary: Dive into product development workshops, fundraising strategies, and unlock customer engagement techniques. We're your toolbox for success!
🌟 Mentorship from Contrary’s venture partners: benefit from the wisdom of the V1 community with weekly Ship-It Sundays. Get guidance, feedback, and that extra push towards your goals!
📣 Amplify your digital presence: We're shouting your achievements from the digital rooftops — Twitter, LinkedIn, and beyond. Get ready for your spotlight!
The top ideas will be invited to pitch their ideas at our Demo Day in mid-April. Additionally, leading teams will be awarded cash prizes of up to $300 to make their ideas a reality!
March 12 - March 15: Applications open 👀
March 17 - April 12: Build Blue begins! Weekly check-ins at Ship-It Sunday
April 19: Demo Day / prizes announced 🥇
Take advantage of this opportunity to advance your startup ideas. The program runs from March 17 to April 19, so be sure to apply before March 15th at 11:59 PM.
Interested? Learn more here! 🚀
Questions? team@v1michigan.com / michigan@vp.contrary.com
What’s V1 been up to?
This semester, V1 has been booming! Starting with our Winter Kickoff, we had 16 builders demo what they’ve been working on in Michigan’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Additionally, V1 welcomed our newest W24 cohort! Over the past several weeks, the cohort has undergone ideation sessions, builder workshops, and pitch presentations to finalize their product.
Last weekend, V1's newest Product Studio cohort participated in a joint pitch competition with UpRound Ventures, Michigan’s only student-led VC. UpRound’s analyst class provided actionable feedback on competitive analysis, go-to-market strategy, and product validation.
Catch the W24 cohort at our upcoming Demo Day to see the awesome things they build throughout the semester 👀