Memphis, Tenn. – The ‘Grizz Biz Challenge,’ a partnership between the Memphis Grizzlies and Pinnacle Financial Partners, is back for its second year and the window to submit applications opens today, March 3, 2021. The Grizz Biz Challenge will give local Memphis businesses that generate between $2MM - $30MM in annual revenue the opportunity to pitch a three-year growth plan to a select panel of judges. The winning business will be awarded a $100,000 marketing partnership with the Memphis Grizzlies, courtesy of Pinnacle Financial Partners.
The Grizzlies and Pinnacle Financial Partners also announced today the inaugural Grizz Biz Challenge winner, the Memphis franchisee of Newk’s Eatery, which won a $100,000 marketing partnership with the Memphis Grizzlies.