Entering its 14th year, BOOST has been a longstanding program to support emerging entrepreneurs with innovative ideas for products and services that promote environmental sustainability in Midwest communities. What's extra special about BOOST? It is a pitch competition where you — the audience — vote to determine who wins the grand prize at the end of the evening: a $5,000 small business grant!   Join us for food, drinks, and an unforgettable evening! Earth Day 2026 Celebrate Earth Day this year with Delta Institute, as we enjoy hearing ideas from a new generation of emerging environmentalists and innovative entrepreneurs! BOOST will be held this year on Earth Day in downtown Chicago at Salesforce Tower Chicago. This year's finalists will be announced soon!How does BOOST work?#1 - Finalists Pitch their Ideas Between 3 and 5 finalists, selected by the Delta Emerging Leaders, pitch their ideas in front of a live audience.#2 - You Vote After hearing all the ideas, guests cast […]