Funding

Cisco seeks to inspire and empower a generation of global problem solvers who will not only survive – but drive and thrive – in our increasingly digital economy. They seek solutions that are breakthroughs in technology, products, and services that drive economic development and/or solve social or environmental problem. Apply now to join the competition for $300,000 USD in prize money. Deadline is January 11. 2019.

By Noreen Balos, Funding Peer
Tuesday, December 4th, 2018 - 3:00pm


OVERVIEW
The third annual Cisco Global Problem Solver Challenge aims to recognize new business ideas that leverage technology for social impact from student entrepreneurs around the world. This competition is a worldwide search for early stage technology-enabled solutions and services that can enable economic development and/or benefit society and/or the environment. The Challenge is open to students and recent alumni from any college or university.

AWARDS
$300,000 USD in prize money will help accelerate the adoption of breakthrough technology, products, and services that drive economic development and/or solve social or environmental problems.

DETAILS
Participant Guide

DEADLINE
January 11, 2019