ERC Perfect Pitch Contestants in the ERC Perfect

ERC Perfect Pitch Contestants in the ERC Perfect Pitch Contest will pitch a problem or opportunity connected with their ERC’s strategic vision in a clear, compelling manner in 90 seconds. Contestants will use one Power. Point slide to assist in their pitch. Purpose of Slide: • Serve as a visual anchor to help judges remember the different pitches • Visual complement to the pitch Format is Flexible: • Students are encouraged to be creative • Although pitch must address problem/opportunity, solution, and impact, slide content is not prescriptive • see next slide for a template highlighting the only required elements • Videos, animations, and props are prohibited

Short title of Perfect Pitch Project Presenter Name, Presenter’s ERC

2017 Judging Criteria Presenter: First Last Name Pitch Title: Full ERC Name, ERC Acronym: ERC Home University, Location: Student Home University, Location: Degree Program: Advisor: Poor Fair Good Score Excellent Problem Statement (0 points) Did not clearly explain the problem (1 -2 points) Problem explained, but no connection to applications (3 -5 points) Problem and connection to application explained (6 -10 points) Clearly and simply described the problem and application Proposed solution Did not clearly explain the solution Solution explained but not well connected to problem Solution explained and connected to problem. Exhibits clear expertise in how solution connects to problem Broader Impact Mission Fit Did not discuss benefits of the technology Minimal description of benefits Adequate description of benefits Clear, compelling description of benefits Does not fit within ERC mission Fit within ERC mission is tenuous or unclear Fit within ERC mission is appropriate Fit within ERC mission is clear and logical Call to action not included Call to action is unclear or not compelling Call to action is clear and well articulated but only somewhat compelling Anchor is a generic and not particularly memorable Anchor complements the pitch & helps the judges remember the pitch Call to action leaves you wanting to get started or yearning to learn more Anchor is visually engaging, informative, and easily facilitates the intended message (for local competitions only) Call to Action Anchor negatively detracts Visual Anchor or distracts from the message of the pitch Poise/Style Judge # ____ Strengths Suggestions Lacks confidence and enthusiasm Mildly uncomfortable with Makes eye contact and audience engages audience Comments Enthusiasm is contagious Total Points:

Prize Levels 1 st Prize—$5000 2 nd Prize—$2000 3 rd Prize—$1000

2017 Perfect Pitch Contest Results ERC Judges Concurrence Statement: Contestant Name Judges Scores #1 #2 #3 #4 #5 #6 #7 Ave. Rank The assembled team of judges in the 2017 ERCWide Perfect Pitch Contest have discussed the merits of each presentation and concur with the average scores posted here and the final selection of the winners in this competition, as indicated in the table to the left. ERC #1 Student #1 ERC #2 Student #2 ERC #3 Student #3 ERC #4 Student #4 ERC #5 Student #5 ERC #6 Student #6 ERC #7 Student #7 ERC #8 Student #8 Judge #3 ERC #9 Student #9 Judge #4 ERC #10 Student #10 Judge #5 ERC #11 Student #11 Judge #6 ERC #12 Student #12 Judge #7 ERC #13 Student #13 ERC #14 Student #14 ERC #15 Student #15 ERC #16 Student #16 ERC #17 Student #17 Judges Name Concurrence Signature Judge #1 Judge #2 Judging Instructions 1. Score each contestant. 2. Enter average score in AVE column. 3. Rank the top 3 and sign with judges concurrence. 4. Place in envelope and seal.