Ledge Light Launch
Ledge Light Launch gives entrepreneurs and growing businesses the opportunity to pitch their business to a panel of judges, compete for funding, and get their business in front of people from across the region.
December 2026 Pitch Competition
Join us December 10 at Survival Systems USA in Groton! Six finalists will be selected, each with six minutes to pitch. Applications close November 23, 2026.
What Is Ledge Light Launch?
Ledge Light Launch is seCTer’s small business pitch competition. Selected finalists take the stage to tell the story of their business, explain where they’re headed, and show how additional funding could help them get there. Finalists compete for the chance to receive up to $10,000 in funding.
Compete for the chance to receive up to $10,000 to put toward your business.
Present your business to judges, community members, and regional business leaders.
Finalists get a chance to work on their pitch before taking the stage.
How It Works
Each competition follows a simple process from application to the final live pitch.
Apply
Tell us about your business, what you’re building, and where you want to go next.
Finalists Are Selected
A group of businesses is chosen to move on to the live competition.
Practice Your Pitch
Finalists meet with seCTer before the competition to work through their presentation.
Pitch Live
Present your business to the judges and compete for the funding opportunity.
Meet the Businesses That Took the Stage
Ledge Light Launch winners represent businesses from communities across the region.
Pat Kohr
Rushell Maragh
Deavor Harrell
Melissa Kibler
From the First Pitch to a Regional Success Story
The Day featured Pat Kohr, Navy veteran and owner of Kohr’s Ice Cream in Groton, following his win at the inaugural Ledge Light Launch competition. The story highlights the local entrepreneurs at the heart of the program and the opportunities created through Ledge Light Launch.
Ready to Take the Stage?
Applications are now open for the December 10, 2026 Ledge Light Launch Pitch Competition. Startups, aspiring entrepreneurs, and existing businesses are encouraged to apply.
View December Competition & Apply →Questions About Ledge Light Launch?
Interested in participating in an upcoming pitch competition? Have questions about eligibility, the application process, or event details? Please reach out for more information.
Kaitlin Ferrero [email protected]