Are you an ambitious entrepreneur from an emerging market? The Young Founders Programme is a unique six-month fellowship designed to elevate your entrepreneurial journey. This opportunity brings together young leaders like you to engage in a transformative experience that includes expert-led sessions, mentoring, and peer collaborations, all aimed at boosting your venture.
Programme Details
1. Kick-Off Event: Jumpstart your experience with a digital event in mid-September 2024, where you’ll set your goals and meet other participants.
- 2. Remote Programme: From September 2024 to February 2025, you’ll engage in a structured remote programme that includes:
- Mentoring: Learn from successful entrepreneurs and investors.
- Peer Learning: Exchange ideas and challenges with fellow founders.
- Expert Workshops: Enhance your skills through specialized sessions.
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with potential investors and business partners.
3. Berlin Conference: The top 10 participants will be invited to a five-day conference in Berlin in June 2025, featuring investor pitches, workshops, and networking events
Who Can Apply for Young Founders Programme?
The programme is seeking entrepreneurs who:
- Are citizens or residents of a developing or emerging country.
- Have started a for-profit company focused on emerging markets within the last five years.
- Show a scalable business model with some revenue or initial funding.
- Exhibit disruptive potential to improve their industry.
- Are proficient in English and available to commit six months to the programme.
How to Apply for Young Founders Programme?
- Initial Application: Fill out a form (https://forms.zohopublic.eu/info979/form/CallforApplicationsYoungFoundersProgrammeAutumn2021/formperma/J5739qPPM8gIL8aDLYQkey-I1bh-1PUp_PqdrAMlBvI) providing an overview of your startup and profile. This should take about 8 minutes.
- Further Documentation: They may request more detailed information and documentation based on your initial application.
Application Deadline: 11 August, 2024 at 23:59 CET
