(Mansfield, MA) – May 11, 2020 – HarborOne Bank announced  it will host the fifth annual small business “Pitch Contest,” Southeastern Massachusetts’ own version of “Shark Tank,” on Thursday, September 17, 2020 at HarborOne U. Online applications opened May 1, 2020 and the deadline to apply is July 31, 2020.

On September 17, eight entrepreneurs will audition to pitch their potential business plans to three expert judges, competing for a $10,000 investment to help launch, grow or develop a business. The HarborOne small business pitch contest is designed to provide an opportunity for area entrepreneurs to present their business plans and ideas in a constructive and friendly forum. Each finalist will have five minutes to present a business plan and growth strategy. Participants will be judged on business potential, presentation, marketing and sales strategy and overall business management

“More than ever, small businesses need and deserves our investment. The Small Business Pitch Contest is a creative way for HarborOne to continue to recognize the important contributions of small business owners and entrepreneurs in our communities while helping to foster growth,” said James Blake, CEO of HarborOne Bank. “We look forward to hearing the pitches from some of the area’s most resourceful and hardworking entrepreneurs as they showcase their plans to grow their business.”

To apply or find out more information visit www.harborone.com/pitchcontest.