About the Competition
The Young Entrepreneur of the Year is more than a competition – it’s a launchpad for the next generation of entrepreneurs. Students from all backgrounds are invited to bring forward their side hustle or business idea, no matter how big or small, and present it to a panel of expert judges.
Imployable are launching Young Entrepreneur of the Year which is in it’s 4th year, and we are on the hunt for the UK’s brightest young entrepreneurs aged 13–18 who believe their side hustle or business idea deserves recognition. Open to individuals and teams of up to four, the challenge is designed for those already running a side hustle or with an exceptional business idea ready to shine. Winners will secure one-to-one professional mentoring from industry specialists, while the top 50 applicants will also receive a tailored support package with pitching guidance, business insights, and expert advice to help them take their ideas to the next level.
Why Enter?
Winners don’t just walk away with recognition – they gain access to mentoring and tailored support to help turn their ideas into reality. Whether it’s a passion project, a startup dream, or an innovative solution to a real-world challenge, the initiative is designed to nurture creativity and reward ambition.
If you feel like you’ve got what it takes, please click ‘Enter Here’ below to fill in a short form which will ping over to our admin team, who in turn will send you an official ‘Application Form’ and ‘Competition Guideline Document’ back to you. Good Luck!
⚠️ The competition has now closed. If you registered – please send youe application in by the end of December please.
All applications are being assessed by our Judges and students will be notified in the New Year ⚠️
Students
Open to students with an entrepreneurial mindset, the competition welcomes ideas at every stage - from early concepts to ventures already taking shape.
Impact
By entering, students join a community of innovators, gain valuable feedback from industry experts, and take a bold step toward building a future on their own terms
TIMELINE
Applications Open
Enter your side hustle or business ideaPlease fill in the official Young Entrepreneur of the Year application document. This will be sent to you after you have submitted the short entry form on this page
Application Entries Close
All applications must be entered by 5pm on this dayJudges will use the Christmas period to choose the successful applications.
Unfortunately due to high application numbers we cannot accept applications after deadline
Successful applications will be announce first week of January
The Finals
Students will pitch to a panel of judgesThe Event will be In-Person and students will pitch to a panel of judges.
The winners will win 1:1 Professional Mentoring and Recognition.
Get in contact with us to learn more!
If you’re interested in learning more about how your school can benefit from our events, then come chat with us through phone or by email: