The Young European Entrepreneur Award (YEEA) celebrates and empowers Europe’s most promising young entrepreneurs! The award provides personalised support and recognition through an innovative business pitching contest, helping visionary leaders turn their ideas into reality.

Eligibility

Individual entrepreneurs aged 18-40 from EU countries who are owners or founders of an SME in early development (less than 5 years operational) based in the EU.

Only owners/co-owners can present; employee participation is not permitted.

Businesses should tackle societal, environmental, or economic challenges.

Finalists

The top 10 finalists will

Gain visibility through dedicated media coverage.

Receive training valued at up to €20,000, including expert coaching.

The top five finalists will pitch their ideas live to a jury at the EU Industry Days 2025 event on 5 June in Rzeszów, Poland.. Organisers will cover travel costs.

Deadline: 14 March 2025.

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