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Have a great business idea but don’t have the support to get it off the ground? Derby Diversity Week Is giving away 

$50,000 to push your idea forward!

Submit your idea for Ideathon!  All submissions based on innovative business concepts will be accepted, but we’re especially looking for ideas that incorporate a revolutionary take on technology. Finalists will be chosen, introduced at the 2022 Derby Diversity Week in Louisville, Ky., and will receive support, mentoring, and resources to put their idea in motion.  Finalists will also have the opportunity to compete later in the year for the grand prize, including a host of benefits.

Submit your idea below – the more details the better. Maybe we will see you at the 2023 Derby Diversity Week Ideathon!

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6 Days of Business & Networking...On and off the track

MONday

Day 1

*Invite ONLY

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matchmaker

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Tuesday

Day 2

panels, marketplace & fashion

Wednesday

Day 3

panels, marketplace & block party

Thursday

Day 4

panels, marketplace, awards and derby sneaker ball 

Wig Party

Horse Race

friday Saturday

Day 5 & 6

kentucky oaks

Kentucky Derby 

vip parties

There are multiple opportunities to be a partner of Derby Diversity Week.

Download our sponsorship guide for an overview and contact our office for a personalized sponsorship package.

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meet our 2023 partners

Horse Race

across the board PARTNER

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starting gates PARTNER

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EXACTA PARTNERS

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CONTRIBUTING PARTNERs

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