AAGEF Entrepreneur Challenge 2025

AAGEF Ontario, with over 2,000 executives, is a networking association of French Elite Graduate Schools alumni, living and working in Ontario. We also welcome Ontario-based alumni of Canadian and global Elite Universities.
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Overview of the AAGEF Entrepreneur Challenge 2025 program:

The AAGEF Entrepreneurship Challenge is a prestigious competition designed to support entrepreneurs in bringing their innovative ideas to life. This program offers a unique opportunity for startups and early-stage companies to receive mentorship, visibility, and financial support to accelerate their business ventures

Benefits of the AAGEF Entrepreneur Challenge 2025 program:
  • Participants in the AAGEF Entrepreneurship Challenge gain access to a range of benefits that can significantly boost their startup's growth. These include:
  • Mentorship: Guidance from experienced entrepreneurs, investors, and industry experts to help refine business strategies and navigate challenges.
  • Visibility: Exposure to a network of influential business leaders and potential investors, increasing the chances of securing additional funding and partnerships.
  • Financial Support: Cash prizes awarded to the top teams, which can be used to further develop and scale their business.
Eligibility criteria of the AAGEF Entrepreneur Challenge 2025 program:
  • To be eligible for the AAGEF Entrepreneurship Challenge, applicants must meet the following criteria:
  • Educational Background: At least one team member must be an alumnus of a French Grande Ecole or an equivalent international institution.
  • Stage: The startup should be in the early stages of development, with a clear business plan and a minimum viable product (MVP) or a well-defined idea ready for commercialization.
  • Geography: The challenge is open to international participants, with no specific geographic restrictions.
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