Angelo State University

Small Business Development Center

The San Angelo Business Plan Competition allows entrepreneurs to develop viable business plans to expand their business in San Angelo by competing for cash grants and in-kind prizes.


How to Apply

The competition is made up of two phases. Phase I is the first entry point and requires you to provide a business overview and entry form.


Review Competition Guidelines

Review the guidelines to learn about the two-phase Business Plan Competition, the requirements at each phase, competition submission deadlines, and resources available to assist you throughout the competition.


Submit the Entry Form & Business Overview Online

The Entry Form and business overview are required as your initial entry into the business plan competition.


Submit the online entry form by Wednesday, August 5, 2026, by 5:00 pm.


Business Plan Competition FAQ’s


Competition Coordinators and Judges

The Competition Coordinators are The City of San Angelo Development Corporation (COSADC), ASU Norris-Vincent College of Business (NVCOB), and the ASU Small Business Development Center (SBDC). A Judging Panel will be assembled from a pool of successful entrepreneurs, business leaders, financial professionals, and other economic development supporters.

2025 Business Plan Competition Winners

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ASU SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTER

www.sbdc.angelo.edu | 325-942-2098

69 N Chadbourne St. | San Angelo, TX 76903 | 325.942.2098

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ASU SBDC—A partnership with the U.S. Small Business Administration: Funded in part through the State of Texas and a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). SBDC services are provided to all U.S. citizens, legal residents, and foreign nationals that intend to invest in the United States, in accordance with Federal funding requirements. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact ASU SBDC, 325-942-2098 or [email protected].