SBCC’s Scheinfeld New Venture Challenge (NVC) business plan and pitch competition returns for its 16th season in 2026, showcasing some of our region’s most exciting, innovative, and cutting-edge student entrepreneurs. The competition is open to SBCC students and other undergraduate college students in Santa Barbara County, as well as area high school students, to promote youth entrepreneurship.

The 2026 Scheinfeld NVC will be held in person on SBCC’s West Campus at the Fé Bland Forum (BC Forum). The public is welcome and invited to attend. Join us to support our regional student entrepreneurs who are putting it on the line for their chance at the limelight and $15,000 in awards and in-kind startup support. Share encouragement with the finalists and cast your vote for the winning teams on the Scheinfeld Center Instagram profile! 

• SBCC West Campus, Fe Bland Forum (BC Forum)
• Collegiate competition: 2:00- 4:30 PM
• High school competition: 4:45 – 7:00 PM

Event parking is available on the West Campus; no parking pass is required; however, avoid no parking zones and spaces reserved for medical and disabled to avoid ticketing. See you at the competition!

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