Venture capitalist John Pappajohn has opened entries for this year’s Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Venture Competition, which offers new and start-up businesses awards of up to $25,000. The competition is designed to stimulate business development and provide support for entrepreneurial ventures. Since 2006, more than $450,000 has been awarded. This year, prizes will be $25,000 for first prize, $15,000 for second and $10,000 for third. The first round of the business plan competition will take place between April 13 and June 8. During this time, businesses are invited to submit business information at this secure website.