Organiser's of an event that pits the talents of young Hull entrepreneurs against the sharp business mind of a former BBC Apprentice have been inundated with enquires. Over 100 young people from across the city have come forward to take part in the Badgers Sett Enterprise Challenge - named after successful business guru and television star Ruth Badger.
And with the 22 October deadline fast approaching, there is still time for the next generation of Alan Sugar's and Michelle Mone's to take part in the competition, which could see one person scooping a top prize of £3,000.
Maureen Foers OBE, Yorkshire's Women's Enterprise Champion, said:
"I was amazed at the high level of interest with over 100 enquiries already. We have high hopes to find Hull's most enterprising young person and I am looking forward to hearing what the young people have to say.
"I would also like to thank Force - 7 for sponsoring a new category for the under 11's and for all their consultation work. As a result we have now increased the age level entry up to 21 years old for those who are in formal or informal education, which is great news."
There is less than four weeks left to enter their enterprising idea and business plan, which can be based on anything from a new business venture to a community project. There are different age categories for youngsters to enter, and they must live in the HU1 to HU9 postcode area or attend a Hull school.
Independent panels will asses the business plans and then draw up a shortlist for each category who will then come face-to-face with the 'badgers', including Ruth Badger herself, to pitch their idea. The winners of each category will then be invited back to compete against each other - with a chance to double their winnings as part of November's Global Entrepreneurship Week.
For more information visit www.hullbadgers.co.uk
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