Startups whose business models contribute to the common good can now apply for the EY Public Value Award. The winning startup will have the opportunity to present its business idea at the "World Entrepreneur of the Year" gala in Monte Carlo in spring 2020.
The focus of the Competition is the social benefit that a startup has already achieved or wants to achieve with its business model. This can happen in very different ways, regardless of the industry the startup comes from and the purpose of the venture. Because a contribution to common good Not only social entrepreneurship startups can achieve this, but also profit-oriented and competitive companies.
EY Public Value Award: Online applications open until the end of July
Startups that meet the following requirements can now apply for the EY Public Value Award apply:
- Your business model is innovative and promises growth.
- Your company is in the development phase.
- Your company has not yet received an EY Public Value Award in the past.
- Optional: Initial financial results can be presented.
Applications can be submitted online until 31 July 2019The award ceremony will take place on November 7, 2019, in Leipzig. The winner is invited to attend the "World Entrepreneur of the Year" gala in Monte Carlo in spring 2020.
The initiators of the EY Public Value Award are Ernst & Young and the HHL Leipzig Graduate School of Management.