[Idea Contest]
What is JCI CYEA?

An annual competition held by the JCI to recognize and honor young entrepreneurs who have started innovative businesses or projects that make a positive impact on their communities.

The winners receive recognition, publicity, and opportunities for business development, mentorship, and investment.

Creative Young Entrepreneur (CYE) award offers young people with the opportunity to present their ideas to hand-picked experts. Initially there will be call for idea before the event, and shortlisted 10 ideas will get an opportunity to pitch in front of the investors in the final day. At the end of the day, three business will be called as winner of CYE Award along with a grant, media exposure and opportunities for all the finalists to showcase their business in front of the potential investors. Moreover, the top winners will also get opportunity to pitch their idea in next JCI ASPAC and followed by JCI World Congress.

28 May 2023

Registration
Register by filling out the JCI CYE Application Form

2 June 2023

Top 15 Announcement
Selection of top applications

3 - 6 June 2023

Workshop & Grooming of the Top 15 Teams
Top 15 - Mentorship & Pitch Deck Guide

7 June 2023

Final Pitch deck
Final Top 15 pitch in front of Jury / VCs
FAQ
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Popular Questions

Find answers to your questions about the JCI CYE Award and how to participate.

Participants must have a business that is in the start-up phase, developing a concept, or has been running for less than 18 months. Their business nature should align with JCI’s Four Areas of Opportunity, including Individual development, Business and Entrepreneurship, Community Impact, and International Collaboration. Participants must be between the ages of 18 and 40 years old.

The idea or solution submitted must align with any of the JCI four areas of opportunity and contribute to the development of a smarter and sustainable Bangladesh.

Yes, participants can have other partners for their initiatives, but at least one member from the management (Chairman/MD/CEO/CXO) needs to apply, showcase and pitch their business.

The competition will be judged based on the following criteria: Innovation, Impact, Feasibility, Scalability, and Sustainability.

Participants will have the opportunity to showcase their innovative ideas and solutions, receive mentorship and guidance from industry experts, network with other like-minded individuals, and potentially win funding and other resources to help bring their ideas to life.

Interested individuals can send us an email to learn more about the competition. The application process typically includes providing information about the participant’s business, their innovative idea or solution, and how it aligns with JCI’s Four Areas of Opportunity.

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Want to know more?

The competition will be open to all young entrepreneurs and professionals, and the submissions will be evaluated by a panel of judges comprising of industry experts, investors, and policy makers. Participate & showcase your business in front of the world. For any further query, please mail to [email protected] and [email protected]