Welcome to Launch Appalachia!

Launch Appalachia is a regional entrepreneur competition with the goal of promoting economic development and sustainability throughout the region. Launch Recovery is a branch off the Launch Appalachia brand that focuses on promoting economic self-reliance, long-term recovery and a reduced recidivism rate among the recovery community. For more information, visit our Launch Recovery tab in the top menu.

PARTICIPANTS

We're searching for entrepreneurs with great ideas! This includes students, existing entrepreneurs, and potential entrepreneurs. Do you have a good idea? Go to the application page and let us know about it!

Awards

Thousands In Cash Prizes

Professional Services (Marketing, Accounting, Legal, etc.)

Business Mentoring

Questions?

Have questions? Contact us!
Email: jdye@bluefield.edu
Phone: 276-326-4223

Now Accepting Applications!

Now Accepting Applications!

The event is open to all residents of Southwest Virginia and Southern West Virginia. The date for our Launch Recovery event will be April 26th.

Photos

Check out photos from the Spring 2018 Competition
Mentoring
Mentoring
Applicants have a great opportunity to gain invaluable mentoring from experienced business professionals.
Discussion
Discussion
Pictured are judges discussing the submitted business pitches.
Launch Appalachia Winners
Launch Appalachia Winners
Congratulations to all of our winners: (1st) Blue Ridge Bee Company (2nd) Adventures in Appalachia (3rd) Appalachia Prep Combine

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