On Thursday, July 27, 2017 I had a chance to attend the Miller Lite: Tap The Future Live Pitch Competition in Houston. This provided me a chance to participate in a group interview with Daymond John from ABC Shark Tank.

WHAT: Miller Lite Tap the Future Live Pitch tour returns to Houston for the fifth consecutive year. Five semifinalists will have the chance to pitch their business to the sharpest business minds in the country, including lead judge Daymond John from ABC's "Shark Tank." The semifinalist with the best business plan will receive $20,000 and advance to the national finals to compete against other regional finalists for a grand prize of $100,000.

WHO: Daymond John, CEO of FUBU, co-host of ABC's Shark Tank

Steve Canal, Manager, National Community Affairs, MillerCoors

Angelica Garcia Dunn, President & CEO AIM Global Logistics

Stephen & Cam, Bellhops

Kenny Burns, Lifestyle Brand Specialist (host)

Five Southwest-based regional semi-finalists:

• Lithic Nutrition – Cricket-based food company - Winner
• Video

• CatSpring Yaupon – Roasted farm-fresh Yaupon (tea)

• RecChanges – Mobile app that connects users with trainers and coaches who are college student athletes

• SHEDWOOL – Free online staff scheduling platform

• The Fishing Caddy - Multi-usage fishing caddy that combines seat, rod holder and fish bite notification

For more information click here to visit Miller Lite: Tap The Future.

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Sponsors: Xero Accounting

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