If you have an idea that is already evolving into a business, now is the time to claim it. Because ideas that change the world need support – and this year, it bears the signature of Sir Stelios Hadjiioannou.
With a prize reaching 300,000 euros – the largest in the history of the institution – this year’s “Youth Entrepreneurship Awards Stelios Hadjiioannou” return for the 16th consecutive year, re -giving the most meaningful motivation to the young entrepreneurs in Greece: the belief that the innovation and the innovation.
Applications have already opened and will remain open until Thursday, July 25th. Interested parties can submit their application online through the official July 25th. More information on criteria, process and previous winners you can find here.
The invitation is aimed at young people who are active in business in Greece and wish to boost their efforts, expanding the dynamics of their business, through an institution that has offered more than € 1,800,000 to 56 companies to date, which have made the next big step in the Greek market.
To Stelios Philanthopic Foundation Sir Stelios Hadjiioannou has been steadily supporting youth entrepreneurship since 2008, contributing to the development of innovation, extroversion and sustainable employment. This year, three companies will share the amount of 300,000 €: 150,000 € for the first winner, 100,000 € for the second and 50,000 € For the third, being one of the largest prizes for new businesses in Europe.
Of particular interest is the possibility offered to the winners – if they wish – to join the network of easy brandssignificantly expanding the prospects for their business growth, as well as the ability to access international markets and the chances of recognition. At the same time, through the organization of the award, businesses are gaining strong promotion and the interest of the media and the investment community.
OR Awards ceremony will take place on September 4at a special event in Athens, with Sir himself Stelios Hadjiioannou – Employee and founder of Easy (Easy Family of Brands – www.easygroup.com.gr) – Award the awards to the winners and talk to them about their challenges, their plans and their course in Greek business.
It is also of particular importance to remember businesses that today lead in their field and which have started with the “Youth Entrepreneurship Awards”, such as Ferryhopper, Cinobo, Enaleia, Ancient Greek Sandals, Sun of A Beach, Vendora.gr, Multipurpose and See You Soon. Some of them, in fact, have managed to expand internationally, significantly increase their turnover and establish themselves on the market, demonstrating the substantial influence that the right support may have at the beginning of a route.
Participation process is digital and particularly user -friendly, allowing anyone interested to submit the his application quickly and easily, by the comfort of his office and his computer. Applications are evaluated by a special committee made up of experienced business and academic executives, based on specific criteria. More specifically, the company must be startling, active in Greece, established by one or more young entrepreneurs up to 34 years of age, and have growth potential, innovation and social footprint.
Enter now on the contest page up to the July 25 And make your own request in a simple and easy way because sometimes a good idea is enough to see all his dreams come true.
So if you have such an idea that is already evolving into a business, now is the time to claim it. Because ideas that change the world need support – and this year, it bears the signature of Sir Stelios Hadjiioannou.