new venture-contestThis New Venture Competition offers you the opportunity to work on a new venture idea and explore your entrepreneurial skills!

VENTURE CONCEPT IDEA
Young Minds is a weekly e-newspaper for youngsters intended for young, curious minds.
The world we live in is becoming increasingly interconnected. In order to prepare the youth for a global tomorrow where social friends, professional colleagues, and personal interests will not be locked within a single nation’s boundaries, Young Minds will re-launch as Young Minds International. The aim is to connect youngsters internationally early on, to be true world citizens. You are invited to participate in the contest following the participation criteria and present your venture virtually, on Saturday, 15th of January at 6.30pm EST along with the final newspaper as your MVP [minimum viable product].

PARTICIPATION CRITERIA
The presentation may be guided by the following modules:
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JUDGING CRITERIA
The judges consider the following criteria when evaluating concept papers and pitch decks.
• Best Venture
• Viability
• Knowledge
• Presentation
• Branding
• Demonstrate a sustainable competitive advantage
• Practicality of the business model

CONTEST PRIZE
1st Prize: $500
2nd Prize: $300
3rd Prize: $200

DATES AND DEADLINES
Contest opens: 15th December
Submission date: Before 31st December
Final Presentation: 15th January, 2022
Click on the link to register

CONTACT US
Email:
manjit@columbiavfa.org
newsdesk@youngmindsonline.com