Join the Competition

Fuel your passion for media & tech. Support broadband connectivity for all Americans. Be mentored by top executives. Work with a team competing for a $6,000 prize. Get recruited by top media & tech companies. Join the 2026 Ron Rizzuto Media+Tech Collective Innovation Competition!

2026 Ron Rizzuto Innovation Challenge Application Form

What is the Ron Rizzuto Innovation Challenge?

Hosted by the Media+Tech Collective, the Ron Rizzuto Innovation Challenge is a multi-week, industry-style case competition for graduate students across Colorado. This year’s challenge focuses on Bridging the Trust Deficit: Designing Technologies That Restore Confidence in a Connected World, and each participating student must submit an individual application to be considered, whether they already have a team or are looking for one. Accepted students will join teams of 3–5 to develop thoughtful solutions that strengthen transparency, privacy, authenticity, security, and trust in connected technologies. Finalist teams will present to industry judges, compete for cash prizes, and gain networking and internship opportunities.

Apply Now, Participation is Limited!

Apply by September 18, 2026 to ensure your

application receives full review

The final application deadline is September 25, 2026

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