Request for Proposal ListingsFall 2025: Live Case Competition

Fall 2025: Live Case Competition

CapSource Technologies
Fall 2025: Live Case Competition
10/20/2025 to 11/21/2025
Jordan Levy
Collaboration Overview
About Students
The competition attracts a diverse mix of students from institutions across the U.S. and internationally. 

Participants represent undergraduate and graduate programs in business-related disciplines, including management, finance, entrepreneurship, marketing, and operations. Each team is guided by a faculty advisor who helps coach and mentor students through the competition process. 

These students are motivated, collaborative, and eager to apply academic knowledge to real-world business problems through research, innovation, and structured presentation.
About Program Goals
  • Develop real-world business problem-solving skills

  • Strengthen teamwork, communication, and leadership competencies

  • Engage in critical thinking, data analysis, and decision-making

  • Present findings and solutions in a professional, persuasive format

  • Network with peers, faculty, and sponsoring industry leaders

  • Gain a reference-worthy experience that supports career readiness and resumes

By engaging in this live challenge, students enhance their understanding of how business strategy works in practice, while gaining visibility and feedback from sponsoring executives and judges.
About the Collaboration Format
The CapSource Live Case Competition Series is a high-impact experiential learning program that connects forward-thinking companies with undergraduate and graduate students to work on real-world strategic projects. 

Each competition challenges students to tackle a real business problem provided by a sponsoring organization, culminating in presentations of research, insights, and strategic recommendations. Competitions are held virtually, with finalists typically presenting live to senior company leadership

As a sponsoring organization, you will: 

  • Receive fresh insights and bold ideas from diverse student teams tackling your real business challenge

  • Gain brand exposure through website, newsletter, and social media

  • Participate in the final competition, where top teams present their solutions

  • Network with educators, students, and industry professionals

  • Establish your brand as a champion of innovation, education, and talent development

Ideal sponsors are companies eager to tap into the next generation of business leaders while advancing real-world priorities through creative, student-led problem solving.
Benefits for Industry Partners
Program Details

Students Include: Associate Degree, Bachelor Degree, Certificate Program, Club/Other Organization, Graduate Degree, High School

Students Enrolled:  Students Enrolled

Program Duration: 4 weeks

Program Launch Date: 10/20/25

Program End Date: 11/21/25

Student Commitment: 4-7 Hours hrs/week

Course Format: Live Case Competition, Multiple Projects Multiple Teams

Modality: Fully Remote

# of Projects: 1

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Project Requirements

Industry Partner Requirements
Project Topics Customer Service & Account Management Data Management Digital Marketing Entrepreneurship Growth Strategy Innovation International Affairs Market Research Marketing Operations Organizational Culture PR & Communications Product Design & Development Purchasing, Logistics, Supply Chain Reporting, Financial Planning & Analysis Strategic Planning Sustainability & ESG Talent Management Technology Commercialization
Location Preferences

Located Anywhere

Compensation

No Compensation Required

Sponsorship

Sponsorship Requested (Mandatory):

Pre-Revenue Startup an exact contribution amount of $

Growth Startup an exact contribution amount of $

Small to Medium Business an exact contribution amount of $

Large Enterprise an exact contribution amount of $

Government Organization an exact contribution amount of $

Non-Profit an exact contribution amount of $

Other Requirements
  • Sponsors must provide a business challenge prompt (CapSource can assist with refinement)

  • Sponsors agree to attend a kickoff meeting, review student submissions, and attend final presentations

  • Sponsors receive prominent branding and visibility throughout the program and at the final competition

  • Optional: sponsors may offer a prize, internship opportunities, or mentorship for top teams
This is a turnkey brand-building and talent engagement opportunity—ideal for companies looking to cultivate future leaders, promote their mission, and inspire solutions to real business challenges.
Project Management Time Commitment 2 Hours per week
Interested Industries Aerospace & Defense Agriculture & Farming Arts & Recreation Biotech & Pharmaceuticals Computers & Hardware Construction, Repair & Maitenance Consulting & Professional Services Consumer Products & Services Education & Ed-Tech Energy & Utilities Fashion & Apparel Finance & Investment Food & Beverage Government Health Care & Life Sciences Insurance Manufacturing & Industrial Media, Publishing & Content Natural Resources Non-Profit & Social Impact Public Works Real Estate Restaurants, Hospitality & Food Service Retail & E-Commerce Semiconductor Software, AI & Data Sports & Entertainment Telecommunications Transportation & Logistics Travel & Tourism
Skills & Expertise
Key Program Dates Due Date
Request for Proposal published

 Collaboration request published. Industry Partners may express interest in participating. 

 Apr 08 2025, 10:44 PM UTC
Sponsor Finalized

 Final date for Industry Partners to express interest in participating. 

 Aug 01 2025, 10:44 PM UTC
Finalize Project Charter

 Educators and Industry Partners finalize project charters, legal documents, and background materials. 

 Sep 01 2025, 10:44 PM UTC
Official Program Launch

 We’ll find a time on this day for you to meet with the students to kick off your project. 

 Oct 13 2025
Official Program End

 We’ll find a time on this day for you to meet with the students to wrap up your project. 

 Nov 21 2025

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Program Overview
Program Title Fall 2025: Live Case Competition
Organization CapSource Technologies
# of Students Enrolled
138
# of Projects Running
1 Project/s Added (of 1 Project Expected)

Program Timeline

Project Duration

Start Date: 10/20/25      End Date: 11/21/25

1 month
Collaboration Overview
About Students

The competition attracts a diverse mix of students from institutions across the U.S. and internationally. 

Participants represent undergraduate and graduate programs in business-related disciplines, including management, finance, entrepreneurship, marketing, and operations. Each team is guided by a faculty advisor who helps coach and mentor students through the competition process. 

These students are motivated, collaborative, and eager to apply academic knowledge to real-world business problems through research, innovation, and structured presentation.

Student Level:   Associate Degree Bachelor Degree Certificate Program Club/Other Organization Graduate Degree High School

Student Time Commitment:   Full Time

Team Structure:   2 - 4

Program Goals
  • Develop real-world business problem-solving skills

  • Strengthen teamwork, communication, and leadership competencies

  • Engage in critical thinking, data analysis, and decision-making

  • Present findings and solutions in a professional, persuasive format

  • Network with peers, faculty, and sponsoring industry leaders

  • Gain a reference-worthy experience that supports career readiness and resumes

By engaging in this live challenge, students enhance their understanding of how business strategy works in practice, while gaining visibility and feedback from sponsoring executives and judges.
Format Structure

Multiple Projects Multiple Teams
Format Title Live Case Competition
Format Description
The CapSource Live Case Competition Series is a high-impact experiential learning program that connects forward-thinking companies with undergraduate and graduate students to work on real-world strategic projects. 

Each competition challenges students to tackle a real business problem provided by a sponsoring organization, culminating in presentations of research, insights, and strategic recommendations. Competitions are held virtually, with finalists typically presenting live to senior company leadership

As a sponsoring organization, you will: 

  • Receive fresh insights and bold ideas from diverse student teams tackling your real business challenge

  • Gain brand exposure through website, newsletter, and social media

  • Participate in the final competition, where top teams present their solutions

  • Network with educators, students, and industry professionals

  • Establish your brand as a champion of innovation, education, and talent development

Ideal sponsors are companies eager to tap into the next generation of business leaders while advancing real-world priorities through creative, student-led problem solving.
Benefits For Industry Partners
Project Modality Fully Remote
Industry Partner Requirements to Participate
Project Topics Customer Service & Account Management Data Management Digital Marketing Entrepreneurship Growth Strategy Innovation International Affairs Market Research Marketing Operations Organizational Culture PR & Communications Product Design & Development Purchasing, Logistics, Supply Chain Reporting, Financial Planning & Analysis Strategic Planning Sustainability & ESG Talent Management Technology Commercialization
Target Industries Aerospace & Defense Agriculture & Farming Arts & Recreation Biotech & Pharmaceuticals Computers & Hardware Construction, Repair & Maitenance Consulting & Professional Services Consumer Products & Services Education & Ed-Tech Energy & Utilities Fashion & Apparel Finance & Investment Food & Beverage Government Health Care & Life Sciences Insurance Manufacturing & Industrial Media, Publishing & Content Natural Resources Non-Profit & Social Impact Public Works Real Estate Restaurants, Hospitality & Food Service Retail & E-Commerce Semiconductor Software, AI & Data Sports & Entertainment Telecommunications Transportation & Logistics Travel & Tourism
Skills & Expertise
Location Information & Preferences

Located Anywhere

✅ The CapSource Live Case Competition is primarily virtual, with finalists presenting  online to senior company leadership
✅ Sponsoring companies are welcome to join virtually throughout the competition and attend the final event (in-person or virtual).
✅ Minimal time commitment required—1–3 hours/week, including kickoff call, Q&A Sessions, and finals judging. 
Sponsorship

Sponsorship Requested (Mandatory):

Pre-Revenue Startup an exact contribution amount of $

Growth Startup an exact contribution amount of $

Small to Medium Business an exact contribution amount of $

Large Enterprise an exact contribution amount of $

Government Organization an exact contribution amount of $

Non-Profit an exact contribution amount of $

Compensation

No Compensation Required
Other Requirements
  • Sponsors must provide a business challenge prompt (CapSource can assist with refinement)

  • Sponsors agree to attend a kickoff meeting, review student submissions, and attend final presentations

  • Sponsors receive prominent branding and visibility throughout the program and at the final competition

  • Optional: sponsors may offer a prize, internship opportunities, or mentorship for top teams
This is a turnkey brand-building and talent engagement opportunity—ideal for companies looking to cultivate future leaders, promote their mission, and inspire solutions to real business challenges.
Expected Time Commitment For Project Managers 2 Hours per week
Key Program Dates Due Date
Request for Proposal published

 Collaboration request published. Industry Partners may express interest in participating. 

 Apr 08 2025, 10:44 PM UTC
Sponsor Finalized

 Final date for Industry Partners to express interest in participating. 

 Aug 01 2025, 10:44 PM UTC
Finalize Project Charter

 Educators and Industry Partners finalize project charters, legal documents, and background materials. 

 Sep 01 2025, 10:44 PM UTC
Official Program Launch

 We’ll find a time on this day for you to meet with the students to kick off your project. 

 Oct 13 2025
Official Program End

 We’ll find a time on this day for you to meet with the students to wrap up your project. 

 Nov 21 2025
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Tallo Fall 2025 Live Case Competition Official Rubric pptx pdf
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