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Calling all entrepreneurs! If you're looking for an angel investor, our new segment "Elevator Pitch" could give you the chance of a lifetime! We're talking about REAL DEALS for REAL MONEY. We've connected budding entrepreneurs with willing investors to see if their Big Ideas have what it takes to make it to the next level.

The Big Idea's elevator pitch places real people in close quarters with a real investor who has the cash and connections that can transform a business. Given a personal pitch session in the close confines of a real elevator, the entrepreneur is in the hot seat and must prove that their business is worth some major investment.

IN THE ELEVATOR

Paul Lewis - The Angel Investor

Paul Lewis is a passionate serial entrepreneur and angel investor.  He was named “Young Entrepreneur of the Year” for United States National Region 2 by the Small Business Administration, received of the “Blue Chip” award for overcoming significant adverse business conditions, and was twice named a finalist for “Entrepreneur of the Year” by Ernst & Young.

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Bobby Perez, Creator, Bobby’s Gourmet Latino Dressing

In 2000, Bobby began mixing together sauces, and today it has developed into a business. He felt like there was a real market for gourmet, “Latino” dressing and marinade – seeing how popular Latino music and culture have been, as well as the success of Italian and French dressings. He is looking for either $25K if he wants to target mom & pop shops or between $100 - $250K to take the product nationwide. Do you think his product can get the Angel Investment? Find out on the next Elevator Pitch!

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