The Lauderhill CRA and The City of Lauderhill presents
2026 Small Business Pitch Competition
Compete, Inspire, and Win Big
Accelerate Your Business with the Ultimate Pitch Challenge
Do you or someone you know have a side hustle, business idea, or a startup ready to compete for a chance to win a grand prize of $25,000?
The City of Lauderhill Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) presents its 5th Annual “Small Business Pitch Competition.” This educational event is designed to inspire, teach, and equip entrepreneurs with the tools to elevate their business.
Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to take your business to new heights.
About The Lauderhill CRA
The City of Lauderhill’s Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) is an entity created by the City of Lauderhill to promote economic and community revitalization of defined areas in the City. Each of these areas are defined as CRA districts and are governed by the Mayor and Commissioners of the City of Lauderhill.
The Lauderhill CRA Board
Denise D. Grant
Mayor
Richard Campbell
Vice Mayor
Sarai "Ray" Martin
Commissioner
Melissa P. Dunn
Commissioner
John T. Hodgson
Commissioner
Pitch Competition Champions: From Ideas to Impact
From the inaugural Pitch Competition in 2022 to the 2025 winners, discover the entrepreneurs who transformed bold ideas into real-world impact with support from the Lauderhill CRA.
Aygemang Clay (Atlexo)
2022 Winner
A luxury fitness brand built for performance and style, Atlexo offers a portable workout system that empowers people to stay fit anytime, anywhere with elegant, on-the-go training solutions.
Jermain Morgan (Grocery List)
2023 Winner
An on-demand grocery ordering platform that lets customers in Canada, the USA, and the UK shop local food, household, and personal care items for loved ones back home in Latin America and the Caribbean, with service currently available in Jamaica.
Arion Long (Femly)
2024 Winner
Revolutionizing menstrual health with organic, sustainable feminine care products and innovative dispensers, Femly partners with schools, workplaces, and organizations to improve access and promote dignity and inclusivity.
Elise Lambkin (Lil Sippers)
2025 Winner
Safe feeding meets smart design with Lil Sippers’ patented color-changing baby bottles, giving parents peace of mind with every meal while championing inclusivity as a certified Black woman-owned brand.
From bold ideas to real impact, the next success story could be yours.
Join the next Pitch Competition and put your business in the spotlight.
Resources to Help You Succeed
We want to equip you with the tools and knowledge you need to excel in the competition. We’ve curated a collection of helpful resources to enhance your entrepreneurial journey further.
Community Partners
Proud to Be a 2025 Grow with Google High Impact Partner
We’re honored to be recognized as a Grow with Google High Impact Partner for our commitment to empowering our community with essential digital skills. Through workshops and activities, we help individuals and businesses harness the power of technology to grow, innovate, and succeed. This badge reflects our dedication to making a lasting impact.
Photos from 2025 Pitch Competition
Become a Sponsor and Showcase Your Support
Please contact one of our staff members at 954-714-2184 with any questions about the event and how you can contribute.
We invite businesses and organizations like yours to partner with us as sponsors of the Small Business Pitch Competition. By sponsoring this event, you will not only gain exposure and visibility among a diverse audience of entrepreneurs but also contribute to the growth and success of the Lauderhill business community. Review our sponsorship levels and select a package that aligns with your goals. Together, let’s make a lasting impact on the entrepreneurial landscape.
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