Coverage of the 12th annual Carroll Biz Challenge, presented by the Carroll County Chamber of Commerce. The Biz Challenge showcases local entrepreneurs and gives them the opportunity to pitch their new business ideas, to make great connections, get loads of publicity, and compete for a $10,000 cash prize (plus additional prizes worth thousands more), the $2,023 People’s Choice Award, and the $5,000 United Way of Central Maryland Changemaker Challenge Award. See the Five Finalists pitch their ideas on stage at the Live Finale on August 3 at 6 p.m. at the Carroll Arts Center in Westminster. Copyright © Carroll County Chamber of Commerce 2023