Join us for one of MICA's biggest events of the year, the 2025 UP/Start Venture Competition Finale and Creative Entrepreneurship Expo! Located at Falvey Hall in the Brown Center on MICA's campus, watch as seven ventures pitch their way to a portion of $105,000 in funding to launch their creative ventures, connect with local organizations and resources that support artists and creative entrepreneurs, and network with the creative community. By attending, you'll also have the chance to vote for the People's Choice Award Winner, who will win $5,000. This is a free event and is open to the public.