Spring 2020 REC Gazelle Path Application
We are currently accepting applications for entrepreneurs to be included in the beta testing of the REC for the Spring  2020 semester.  Five ideas will be chosen for the Gazelle Path based on the applications submitted here.
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Be a part of something big!  Apply now for the Spring 2020 Gazelle Path 1 (G1)!
Your Name *
First and last name please
Email Address *
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Phone Number
(xxx-xxx-xxxx)
Company Name
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Major, Emphasis, or Focus of Study
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Summarize in one sentence what your idea is about.
How did you hear about the REC?
Clear selection
If you selected other, how did you hear about us? Or if you selected club/organization which one?
Problem
What problem does your business solve?  
Describe how you or someone you know personally experienced this problem.
What is the pain point that you are alleviating with your idea? (Describe exactly how this problem is causing irritation or suffering)
Why is this a significant problem for your customers? Please provide compelling evidence that this NEEDS to be solved.
Customer
This is who is experiencing your problem.
What is the customer group that MOST experiences this pain point?
Who is your initial target market (serviceable available market) within your geographical reach?  Who is your total available market?
Have you done any primary research to validate your market?
Solution
How you solve the problem.
What is your solution/how do you solve the problem?
What makes your solution unique?
Trends/Timing
Timing is the single biggest factor in predicting startup success.  Market timing accounts for 42% of the difference between  between becoming a gazelle and complete failure.
What makes your idea possible today that would have made it impossible before?
How do you intend to make money?
Alternatives
This is who your customer would buy from if not for you.
What are the two businesses most similar to you?
How is your customer solving the problem now?
*Optional* Submit a link to a video two minutes in length that provides an overview of your venture and team. (OPTIONAL)
Founding Team
The KEEPS (knowledge, education, experience, passion, personality and skills) of the founding team are critical for success.  Any gaps in your KEEPS should be supplemented with advisors, mentors, and teammates.
Who is/are the founder(s)?
What KEEPS do you have that make you the right team to start this business?
What are you missing to make this idea a reality?  How do you foresee the REC helping to fill that gap?
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