Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou, founder of the easy family of brands, has launched the Stelios Foundation Young Entrepreneur Awards in Monaco and the Riviera, offering €60,000 in cash prizes to three young entrepreneurs…
The competition is open to entrepreneurs born in 1990 or later, who have a registered business in Monaco or the South of France for at least five years and generate over €30,000 in annual revenue. To qualify, applicants must be company directors and own more than 50% of shares.
The grand prize winner will receive €30,000, while the second and third place winners will take home €20,000 and €10,000 respectively. Alongside the financial reward, the awards include €30,000 in communication, marketing, and advertising support in partnership with Riviera Radio, offering winners valuable exposure across digital, social media, and radio platforms.
Interested entrepreneurs can download the application form here and applications must be submitted by 5pm on 24 April 2025. The winners will be announced at an awards ceremony hosted by Sir Stelios at the Stelios Foundation Conference Hall in Monaco on 16 May 2025.
The Stelios Philanthropic Foundation, which funds the initiative, has been supporting job creation and entrepreneurship in the UK, Greece, and Cyprus for years. With its expansion to Monaco and the Riviera, the foundation continues its mission of fostering local economic growth and empowering young business leaders in the region.
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