Watch out Newcomers: This could be your chance to kickstart your startup!
What is in it for you?
We only accept applications submitted via the application form.
The call for applications will be open until the end of the day on May 13, 2025.
As our program events, application selection process, and the pitch and award ceremony will be held in English, we are only accepting applications in English. However, as we are an international community, and many of us speak different first languages, we welcome your application even if you are still on your way to mastering English!
Yes, you need to upload a pitch deck to complete your application.
Yes, you need to upload a video to complete your application. Don't worry, we just want to get to know you better!
There are a few formal requirements for your video:
To complete your application, please upload your video in the application form.
If you are nominated as a finalist: Some parts of your application (see application form for more information) may be published on our social media or website for the public voting and / or in preparation for the award ceremony.
For all other applicants: We will only share your answers with the jury for evaluation and will not publish anything without your permission.
This is probably the most asked question when it comes to a competition ;)
The winners will be awarded with:
Besides great opportunities to co-create, exchange and build networks, our finalists will benefit from valuable feedback to their business ideas from our jury as well as more visibility and public awareness.
No worries, we've got you covered! All finalists will be supported with preparing their big entrance at the online award show.
You’re interested in learning more about how to present your idea in preparation for your application? Check out our YouTube.
Evaluating the entrepreneurs’ business ideas, analyzing potentials, and deciding which (future) businesses should win the big prize is not an easy task – but our expert jurors like a little challenge!
As a team with diverse backgrounds and expertise, they not only pre-select the six finalists to compete for the public voting prize, but also evaluate their live pitches at the final award show.
Decisions on the winners of the 3 main prizes are based on the following criteria: