Youth Challege 1
Five Hour
Startup Challenge
Five hours to develop a business concept, solve a problem and put your entrepreneurial thinking to the test. No previous business experience is required. Just bring your resourcefulness, your ideas and your willingness to learn.
Recognition and prizes
Reward:
$500
Challenge Winner
Startup grant, marketing package from Ripley's Design Studio and mentorship.
Rewards Places 2-5:
$2,000
Four runner ups
Four $500 startup grants, digital startup packages and a business guide for each recipient.
Ready to put your skills to work? Complete the application below to be considered for participation. The challenge assignment will remain confidential until event day. Venue location and more details will be sent to participants only. Artificial intelligence is not permitted. Applications Open unitl December 31st, 2026.