Rohrer New Venture Competition & Expo

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Rohrer New Venture Competition & Expo

Rohrer New Venture Competition

The Rohrer New Venture Competition encourages students to pursue entrepreneurial ventures and develop high-growth businesses. Held annually in April, the competition prepares students for future entrepreneurial success while providing the opportunity to win a share of the $50,000 prize pool.

 

Quote: “Engaging with Rowan students is one of my favorite ways to give back. My father, William G. Rohrer, was an entrepreneur, I’m an entrepreneur, and my family and I are proud to support the vibrant entrepreneurship ecosystem at Rowan through the Rohrer New Venture Competition.”​

Since its inception, the competition (originally the Business Plan Competition) has awarded over $200,000 to student founders, helping turn innovative ideas into reality. Participants gain hands-on experience in business development, pitching, and startup strategy, all within a collaborative yet competitive environment.

The Rohrer New Venture Competition is made possible thanks to the support of our proud partners, the Rowan Innovation Venture Fund, OceanFirst Bank, and 15M Media.