Ecosystem
ABOUT TEN
TEN is an organization that builds ecosystems by connecting founders, accelerators, incubators competition organizers, fund managers, business enthusiasts, ecosystem builders and more. The International Competition for Entrepreneurs (ICE) was the spark that evolved into TEN. The network and the movement!
OUR GOAL
TEN transforms pitches into partnerships. Still connecting students and educators to opportunities, TEN now connects entrepreneurs, investors, and sponsors in a dynamic ecosystem that drives funding, mentorship, and market access.
Our Upcoming Event: TEN Global Event
June 22-25, 2025 Jamaica will be the epicenter of ecosystems. Entrepreneurial energy, edutainment and more!
Pitch competitions
Workshops
Panels
Speakers
Business Expo
Educational excursions
Comedy Shows
More pending.
Register Now
WHAT WE DO
• Pitch Arenas: Founders deliver investor‑ready pitches before panels of judges and capital partners.
• Coaching Labs: Intensive coaching sessions sharpen delivery, refine business models, and prepare entrepreneurs for real‑world investment conversations.
• Sponsor Showcases: Corporate sponsors and ecosystem partners gain visibility while fueling innovation.
• Capital Connect: TEN bridges entrepreneurs with fund managers, angel investors, and venture capitalists ready to deploy capital.
PARTICIPANTS
• Founders & Startups seeking scale, funding, and exposure.
• Judges & Coaches offering expert feedback and actionable guidance.
• Sponsors & Capital Partners investing in innovation and gaining brand alignment with entrepreneurial success.
PRIZES & CAPITAL
• TEN offers $20,000 in student prizes.
• TEN offers access to capital partners, sponsorship deals, and investor commitments.
• The real prize is funding, mentorship, and market traction.
LOCATION & EXPERIENCE
TEN is staged in Montego Bay for cultural exchange.
TEN events are staged in entrepreneurial hubs — designed as capital marketplaces where pitches meet partners and ideas meet investment.
TEN’s mission is clear: to turn bold pitches into funded ventures.
Through judges’ feedback, coaching, and sponsor engagement, TEN ensures entrepreneurs leave not just with prizes, but with capital, contracts, and connections.
