Well, six are now three. The popular vote is in, and we have our finalists.

But first and foremost, we want to honor all of the competitors in the contest. They were all winners in our eyes. Congratulations on having the courage and passion to succeed!

Now it's down the home stretch for these final three contestants, chosen by you - the StartupNation Community:

haamoniismooth - An ancient Japanese spirit with a modern twist

MeLissa - Say “I do” with peace of mind planning

iouone2 - Earthborn products get a human touch

"haamoniismooth," "MeLissa," and "iouone2" each have very interesting businesses underway, and gave compelling pitches on the previous StartupNation Radio Program, but who will prevail in the upcoming finals broadcast nationally and online for all to hear on StartupNation Radio?!

Wouldn't you be nervous, if you were one of these finalists?

Picture yourself stepping onto that elevator and having a one-time shot to pitch your dream business idea in front of the would-be investors (judges, in this case, along with thousands of live listeners).

Could you do it? Would you stumble or would you nail it?!

Rich

Congrats you guys!  I heared your pitches on the first round and can't wait to hear you in the finals.  Rich is right it takes alot a courage just to pitch and investor, lead alone in front of millions (radio or otherwise).  All I an say is awesome...and good luck...er break a leg...or Start it up!

Producing this elevator pitch contest has been very exciting for me!  All six entrepreneurs worked hard and delivered strong pitches.  Congratulations to the new elevator pitch champ James Lim of haamoniismooth. 

I look forward to hearing more elevator pitches and questions on the air.  If you have one, email me at alison@startupnation.com. 

Good luck!