For the past several months, 20 entrepreneurs and small businesses have been developing the tools, the strategy, and the mindset to grow their business as part of the 2024 Fort Worth Business Plan Competition. Now, the top eight competitors will be moving on to the Finale, and that much closer to a shot at one of the top three cash prizes. The Top 8 competitors will be pitching their completed business plan before an audience and a panel of judges from 5:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, May 9, at the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, 3200 Darnell St. as part of National Economic Development Week. Tickets are available online. RSVPs are required for seating count and food. The Top 8 will make a three-minute pitch to the judging panel, followed by a two-minute round of Q&A. Ultimately, three of them will take home cash prizes – $4,000 for third place, $6,000 for second place, and $10,000 for the grand prize winner.