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For the second year in a row, the Ira Sohn Investment Idea Contest is back. Here's your opportunity to have an idea judged by some of the top investors in the game.

Judges for this year's contest include: Seth Klarman (Baupost Group), David Einhorn (Greenlight Capital), Bill Ackman (Pershing Square), Michael Price (MFP Investors), and Joel Greenblatt (Gotham Capital).

The winner will be selected based on the judges' determination of the most compelling investment idea.


How To Apply: Click here to submit your idea

Deadline: You must apply by Wednesday May 9th at 11pm EST.

Rules: You can choose any marketable security (long or short) with a market cap above $1 billion. The time horizon for the idea should be one-year.

Prize: The winner gets to present their investment idea in front of 2,000 people at the renowned Ira Sohn Investment Conference.


The Ira Sohn Investment Conference was founded in 1995 and proceeds from the event go to organizations dedicated to care and treatment of children with pediatric cancer and life-threatening illnesses.

At the conference, top hedge fund managers present their latest investment ideas and it's one of the best events each year. This year the conference will take place on May 16th from 12pm to 6pm at NYC's Avery Fisher Hall at Lincoln Center. More information can be found at SohnConference.com.

Don't forget to submit your investment idea before May 9th. Good luck!