BE A JUDGE
Impact the Leaders of Tomorrow—Be a Judge
Now you can make a difference for the next generation with only a few hours. At Washington Business Week, high school students learn crucial life skills as they role-play as industry professionals, launch a company, and solve real-world challenges. Who will be the winning team? You be the judge!
At our end-of-week competition, the fresh faces and questions of the judges are what make our events both challenging and unforgettable. You’ll return to work on Monday refreshed and inspired by the innovation and teamwork of the next generation.
Stockholders Presentation
At the Stockholders Presentations, evaluate student performance as they run a business using our new business simulation software WILE – Washington’s Innovative Learning Environment, and provide feedback on the quality of their presentation and teamwork. Questions are provided in advance.
Virtual Judging
Judging is held on the last day of the selected program week virtually. We will be using Zoom for the student presentations. Judges will receive an automatic confirmation when they sign up for judging. WBW staff will contact judges a week prior to the judging date with information and calendar invites.
In-Person Judging
Judging is held on the last day of the selected program week on the campus of the Renton Technical College. Student interns will greet the judges and escort them to Judge training – coffee, tea, fruit, and pastries provided. Judges will receive an automatic confirmation when they sign up for judging. Lunch will be provided after judging and the trade show. WBW staff will contact judges a week prior to the judging date with information and calendar invites.
Judging Dates 2023
Virtual Judging will occur from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
In-Person Judging will occur from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
| Virtual | June 30th – Business & Telehealth Career Pathways |
| Virtual | July 14th – Business, Clean Energy & Advanced Business Career Pathways |
| Overnight Camp | July 28th – Business, Clean Energy & Advanced Business Career Pathways |
| Renton Technical College | August 18th – Business, Healthcare & Advanced Business Career Pathways |
Register to be a 2023 Judge here.
Pre-Judging Training Video – What to expect as a judge. Learn about the process and be prepared with this 7-minute video.
Questions? Please contact WBW at 253.237.3545 or e-mail.
Business week was a mutually beneficial experience for me. I volunteered to impress my boss, but spending time with so many ambitious young people, rekindled my belief in volunteering for events like this. Nice work Business Week, our future is brighter with programs like this.
WBW 2023 Camp Schedule is now live!
WBW is offering in-person and virtual programs in 2023!