Have a creative business idea? Your chance to shine is in the European Union Youth Startup Competition 2024. Open to young entrepreneurs between the ages of 18 and 25, this competition is hosted by the European Commission as a part of European SME Week. It’s an opportunity to present creative solutions to important global issues, and participation is entirely free.
A prominent jury will hear the participants’ proposals, and the top three will be invited to the European SME Assembly, which will be held in Budapest, Hungary, on November 18–20, 2024. An exceptional chance to network with important players in the entrepreneurial environment is provided by this event.
Don’t pass up this opportunity to expand your startup’s visibility. Now is the time to apply for the European Union Youth Startup Competition!
Country: Europe
Opportunity Type: Competitions, Start-Ups Events
Eligibility Criteria:
- Candidates have to be between the ages of 18 and 25.
- Residents of an EU or COSME nation are required to enter.
- To be eligible for YSC 2024, startups must adhere to the topic of supporting sustainability and aligning with EU values.
- The startup needs to register in an EU or COSME nation if it is a legal entity.
- Participants are required to submit a three-minute video that briefly summarises their business plan and covers the idea behind their firm.
- It is a necessity for applicants to upload or provide their ID card.
- This startup competition is limited to one entry per candidate.
Selection Standards:
- Creativity: Concepts ought to be unique and inventive.
- Originality: Concepts should be able to pique the curiosity of the general audience and the media.
- Communication: The concept should be presented in an understandable and persuasive manner.
Benefits:
- On November 18–20, 2024, in Budapest, Hungary, the SME Assembly will be attended by the YSC winners and finalists.
- During the Youth Startup Competition session, finalists will give live pitches of their startup concepts to the jury and audience.
- This is a fantastic chance to demonstrate your inventiveness and entrepreneurial abilities.
- On a European platform, startups will have their startup concept acknowledged and validated.
- Attending the SME Assembly 2024 provides excellent chances to network with possible partners and investors.
- Workshops, panel discussions, and networking opportunities are all part of the program.
- Young business owners can learn new things, broaden their horizons, and form partnerships with professionals in the field.
Deadline: September 20, 2024
