Graham & Greenlee
Counties, AZ
July 23, 2026
Hey Graham and Greenlee risk takers, business leaders, & entrepreneurs!
Do you have a “moonshot” business idea or an existing business you’d like to expand? Or maybe you have a product or business idea scribbled down on a napkin or notebook, but that's as far as you've gotten?!
If you answered YES to either question above, join us for Moonshot's 7th Annual Rural Arizona Pitch Competition for entrepreneurs and business owners (aka, a showcase like you see on ABC's Shark Tank)!
This year’s focus is on INNOVATION. We'll be taking the tour to 20 different cities/counties throughout rural Arizona. Participants with innovative business/product/service ideas or existing businesses they want to grow will compete for the chance to win local tour stop prize money and more! But that’s not all. In October 2026, each tour stop winner will travel to the Greater Phoenix area to compete for the state title and $10,000 in cash, $5,000 in cash for "Crowd Favorite”, and additional cash prizes! Winners from each tour stop will receive two complimentary tickets to the finals event and hotel stay. More finals event details to come!
But that’s not all! ALL competitors who participate in a tour stop competition will automatically receive a Moonshot membership valued at $3,500 (annually)! Moonshot members receive mentorship, educational programs, and access to investors and funding opportunities.
HOW TO APPLY TO COMPETE:
Simply click the button below. Scroll below for schedule details.
Before applying, please note the following:
You must live in Graham and Greenlee Counties in order to qualify to compete in this competition.
Business ownership must be local (in Graham/Greenlee Counties).
If you’re a previous participant who placed or won (with the same business), you are not eligible to re-enter with the same business.
Our local Graham & Greenlee sponsors make this event possible by hosting a space for the event, helping to get the word out locally, and providing local prize money for winners. We couldn’t do it without them!
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS & DETAILS
JULY 23, 2026
LOCATION
Eastern Arizona College
615 N Stadium Ave, Thatcher, AZ 85552
PITCH PRACTICE/SEMI-FINALS
11:00am-12:00pm - Lunch, networking, introductions, and participant check-in
12:00pm-4:00pm - Participant pitch practice with mentors
EVENING PITCH FINALS
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Lee Little Theater at Eastern Arizona College
Open to the public
PRIZE MONEY
To be announced soon!
In addition to local prize money, all competitors who participate in a tour stop competition will automatically receive a Moonshot membership valued at $5,500 (annually). Moonshot members receive mentorship, connection to entrepreneurs across the state, educational programs, and access to investors and funding opportunities.
Congrats to the 2025 Graham & Greenlee Counties Winners!
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Nexus Health
First Place Winner
Steven Taylor and Johnathon Whitman
Nexus Health is a precision wellness platform that transforms genetic and lab data into personalized health protocols using its proprietary BioMatrix™ engine and AI-assisted tools. It delivers adaptive insights through two flagship products: BaselineONE for clinicians and Baseline+ for consumers.
What it does: Nexus integrates DNA, blood biomarkers, and lifestyle inputs to generate dynamic supplement, nutrition, and lifestyle plans tailored to each user.
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Revive Innovations
Second Place
Trinity Berjano, RN - Co-Owner
Mariyah Bejarano FNP-C, BSN, MSN C0-Owner
Dominique Bejarano C0-Owner
Priscilla Bejarano CLT
Savauna Bejarano LNA, LXT, LC/WCRevive Innovations offers pain-free laser hair reduction using advanced technology for all skin types. Our system is fast, comfortable, and requires no downtime—perfect for busy clients. What sets us apart is our personalized care, expert staff, and commitment to safe, effective treatments. Unlike traditional methods, our laser targets hair at the root with precision, reducing regrowth with fewer sessions. With competitive pricing, package deals, and flexible payment options like Afterpay and CareCredit, we make lasting smooth skin both accessible and profitable.
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Oli Cakes
Oli Cakes
Third Place
Mindi MarshallAt Oli Cakes, we are passionate about bringing the joy of fair-inspired flavors to every bite. Specializing in mini donuts and unique fair food, we craft each treat with care, using only the finest ingredients to deliver the perfect balance of sweetness, comfort, and fun. Whether you're indulging in our signature mini donuts or enjoying a new found fair favorite, our mission is to create moments of happiness, nostalgia, and togetherness with every delicious bite.
Frequently Asked Questions
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You do not need to have experience as an entrepreneur to compete. You can simply have an idea for a product or service.
Participants will be taught how to present a business pitch in 5 minutes.Each tour stop competition schedule will vary, depending on how many applicants apply. We will expect you attend the full day event, should you apply.
A sample schedule and sample presentations from past tour stops events will be shared below. We’ll make sure you have as much reference material as possible.
You do not need to use a slide show (like Powerpoint or Canva) to present your ideas; however, if you’d like to do so, that’s wonderful. Past winners have won local tour stop events without the assistance of slide shows.
Learn more about what to expect and take a look at past pitch presentations here. -
Check out individual tour stop pages listed in the menu above or go to our calendar page.
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Check out our Participant Resources page.
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The schedule for each tour stop will vary depending on the number of applicants who apply to compete. We’ve broken the sample agendas out below. These are subject to change. This year, we are capping the number of participants in larger tour stops to 20 participants. Applications will be accepted first come, first serve.
Tour Site A - less than 10 applicants (smaller events/tour stops)
Agenda A:
8:30 AM - Welcome + Pitch Worksheet Workshop- Fill out pitch worksheet
9:30 AM: 1st Pitch Practice Workshop, emphasis on financials and business model
10:30 or 11:00 AM: 2nd Pitch Practice Workshop, emphasis on legal and branding/marketing
12:00 or 12:30 PM: Working lunch, pitch deck cleanup
1:30 or 2:00 PM: Start Pitch Competition
3:00 or 3:30: Announce Winners
Tour Site B - 10-12 applicants, 2 rooms
Agenda B:
8:30 AM - Welcome + Pitch Worksheet Workshop- Fill out pitch worksheet
Break applicants into 2 groups
9:30 AM: GROUP 1- 1st Pitch Practice Workshop, emphasis on financials and business model
GROUP 2- 1st Pitch Practice Workshop, emphasis on legal and branding/marketing
10:30 or 11:00 AM - GROUP 1- Pitch Practice Workshop, emphasis on legal and branding/marketing
GROUP 2- 2nd Pitch Practice Workshop, emphasis on financials and business model
12:00 or 12:30 PM: Working lunch, pitch deck cleanup
1:30 or 2:00 PM: Start Pitch Competition
3:00 or 3:30: Announce Winners
Tour Site C- 12-20 applicants, 3 rooms
Agenda C:
8:30 AM - Welcome + Pitch Worksheet Workshop- Fill out pitch worksheet
Break applicants into 3 groups
9:30 AM: GROUP 1- 1st Pitch Practice Workshop
GROUP 2- 1st Pitch Practice Workshop
GROUP 3- 1st Pitch Practice Workshop
10:30 or 11:00 AM - GROUP 1- 2nd Pitch Practice Workshop
GROUP 2- 2nd Pitch Practice Workshop
GROUP 3- 2nd Pitch Practice Workshop
Participants will only attend 2 of 3 practice rounds/ Applicants will be cut down to 8-10 for the finals
12:00 or 12:30 PM - Working lunch, pitch deck cleanup
1:30 or 2:00 PM - Start Pitch Competition
3:00 or 3:30 - Announce Winners
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See examples of past pitch presentations here.
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Here’s an example of the pitch worksheet that all participants receive at the beginning of the day. It walks you through how to pitch your idea/business and what elements you need to include.
