Tiger Tank: Wyoming County Entrepreneurship Challenge

About the challenge

Tiger Tank: Wyoming County Entrepreneurship Challenge is a business pitch event designed to grow and strengthen commerce in Wyoming County. Entrepreneurs present their ideas to a panel of judges for a chance to win funding.

• Format: Business pitches + Q&A with a judge panel
• Prize: $10,000
• Who it’s for: Wyoming County entrepreneurs looking to start or grow their business

Who should apply

We’re seeking local entrepreneurs with a business idea or an existing business looking to expand—specifically concepts that will positively impact Wyoming County residents.

• Local business owners and entrepreneurs in Wyoming County, PA
• Start a new business or expand an existing small business
• Ready to pitch your idea in a live, high-energy event setting

Rules

• Finality of Decision: The judges’ decision is final and binding. By submitting this application, I agree to respect the outcome without appeal.
• Selection Process: The event committee will select the top six (6) submissions following the close of the application window. These finalists will be invited to present live on November 12, 2026.
• Presentation Materials: Finalists may submit a maximum of five (5) slides to the organizers to accompany their pitch. (Specific deadlines and file formats will be provided upon selection).
• Time Limits: Pitches must strictly adhere to a five (5) minute time limit. The pitch will be immediately followed by a Q&A session with the panel of judges.
• Media Release: If selected to present, you consent to having your likeness and presentation photographed and recorded for use in future marketing and promotional materials.
• No Obligation: Participants are under no obligation to engage the panelists' companies for future business services or needs.
• Prize Money & Taxes: Winners are solely responsible for any federal, state, or local taxes associated with the receipt of prize money or services.
• Technical Issues: While organizers will provide standard A/V equipment, we are not responsible for technical malfunctions regarding specific file formats. We strongly recommend having a verbal-only backup of your pitch prepared.
• Disclaimer: This event is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by ABC, Sony Pictures, or the television series Shark Tank.

Partners

Tiger Tank is made possible through collaboration with local organizations committed to supporting entrepreneurship and economic growth in Wyoming County.

• 
  Wyoming County Chamber of Commerce
  Supporting local business development and community engagement.
• 
  The Dietrich Theater
  Hosting the live event and supporting community-focused programming.
• 
  Chippy White Table
  Julie Piazza will be serving as Master of Ceremonies and guiding the event program.

Panelists

• Ben Robinson — Miller Mountain Trail Challenge
• Scott Stone — Stone House Investment Management
• Jim Rail — Rail Roofing Group
• Lindsay Shalata — Shalata's Land Clearing LLC
• Brian Burd — PS Bank

Sponsors

• Stone House Investment Management
• Miller Mountain Trail Challenge
• Rail Roofing Group
• Shalata's Land Clearing LLC
• PS Bank

Become a Panelist

Pitch application

• Application Dates: February 7th - September 20th, 2026

Sponsor / partner application