2026 Haile College Stock Pitch Competition

The Haile Stock Pitch Competition brings together some of the brightest minds from NKU and beyond to showcase their research, analytical skills, and creativity in front of a panel of judges. Teams of up to four students will select and analyze a publicly traded company, then deliver a concise stock pitch presentation highlighting why their chosen stock is a compelling investment opportunity. Each team will have 10 minutes to present, followed by judge Q&A and feedback. With a total prize pool of $4,500—including $2,500 for first place—the competition not only offers an exciting challenge but also valuable experience that mirrors the real-world work of financial analysts. Food and refreshments will be provided, and the event promises to be both competitive and collaborative, offering students a chance to learn, network, and put their skills to the test.

Thanks to a generous donation, the first five teams outside of NKU will have their registration fee waived. Once the first five non-NKU teams are filled, teams will be able to register for $20. NKU teams should reach out to Dr. Lee Kersting ( kerstingl1@nku.edu) or Amberly Nutini (nutinia2@nku.edu) to register. Please register as a team (1 ticket per team) not as individuals.

For our conference attendees and teams we now have details concerning the competition, including

Event Format, Judging, and Advancement

Stock Selection Criteria and Analysis Requirements

Timelines & Deadlines

Click the link above for details you'll need to be prepared for the competition

There are several hotels in the greater Cincinnati / Northern Kentucky Area to choose from. We would recommend that you consider these hotels when booking accomodations:

Aloft Newport On The Levee

Hampton Inn & Suites Wilder, Kentucky

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cincinnati South - Wilder

Comfort Inn & Suites Northern Kentucky

Competition Format

Here's what you can expect at the 2026 Haile College Stock Pitch Competition:

• Teams of up to 4 students.
• No duplicate stock picks allowed.
• Registration is first come, first serve.
• Each team will submit their top 3 stock preferences. Based on availability, one stock will be assigned to them for the pitch.
• Presentations are limited to 10 minutes, followed by time for judge Q&A and feedback.

Event Details

Food and drinks will be provided at the venue.

Prize pool:

A total of $4,500 will be awarded to the winners as follows:

• 1st Place: $2,500
• 2nd Place: $1,400
• 3rd Place: $600