Bluffton Center for Entrepreneurs (BCE) is accepting entries for its “Big Idea” business concept contest. The contest is open to residents in Allen, Hancock, Putnam and Hardin counties.

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The contest offers cash prizes for the best new business concepts submitted, according to Denise Durenberger, BCE executive director and assistant professor of business at Bluffton University.

A panel of judges will select the winners. Cash prizes of $250 for first place, $100 for second place, and $25 for third place will be awarded.

The deadline for contest entry is Friday, Nov. 15. Winners will be invited to attend a special BCE event and will be featured on the BCE website.

“Entries will be judged on uniqueness, potential for commercialization and long-term viability in the marketplace,” said Durenberger.