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January 18, 2015 | Tom Ballard

“What’s the Big Idea” finalists announced

The seven finalistsBig Idea 2015 in this weekend’s revamped edition of “What’s the Big Idea” have been announced. They are:

Barboards Creative advertising though beverage coasters. Entrepreneur is Michael Bowie.

Children’s Media Studio: Sing and SpellAn audio and video animation company that creates short-form video for edutainment purposes. Entrepreneur is Catherine-Mary Vangieri.

SocialCueA social media manager, scheduler, and educational Web-app platform for real estate professionals. Entrepreneur is Michael Goldsborough.

College WeekendHelping ease the college football fan’s experience of attending away games. Entrepreneur is Kevin White.

Pixel Zombies’s Sumo-Kun Gaming GearCreating gear for serious gamers. Entrepreneur is Lisa Page.

Traditional CigarA craft cigar company with a focus of not only delivering a memorable experience to customers, but to educate them through the process.  Entrepreneur is Zachary Slabaugh.

Maker NetworksMaking 3-D printing possible from any device, any time. Entrepreneur is Ben Farmer.

For more details on the 48-hour event including a link to register for the January 25 finale, click here.


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