our entrepreneurial program for school
FAQ
— Upcoming
Q. What categories are awarded in the Young Eyes Festival of Innovation and what is the criteria for each award?
A. Each year the Young Eyes Festival awards one winner in each of the following
categories.
- Young Entrepreneur of the Year
Awarded to the student who has the most promising and viable new business
venture. They have identified a need in the market and have illustrated how they are
or can work to fulfill it, while also displaying the qualities of leadership, vision, and
adaptability.
- Young Innovator of the Year
Awarded to the student who introduces a new idea, change, method or product to a
market for the first time. The student can demonstrate further development plans or
innovative intent alongside curiosity, passion and creativity.
- Young Global Advocator of the Year.
Awarded to the student who has designed an initiative to assist in the achievement
of one of the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals. The student shows an
enhanced level of heart and commitment to bettering the world for the benefit of all.
Q. How can I support my child through the program?
A. Every entrepreneurial endeavour starts with a great idea. Parents, family
members and friends can all help the child brainstorm or workshop ideas. We hear
great stories all the time of family members making their own products or being
entrepreneurial, so feel free to reach out to your network to help your child, as these
connections can be a great source of knowledge and information.
members and friends can all help the child brainstorm or workshop ideas. We hear
great stories all the time of family members making their own products or being
entrepreneurial, so feel free to reach out to your network to help your child, as these
connections can be a great source of knowledge and information.
Q. Does my child need to complete all the Future Founder’s modules to move to Shark Tank?
A. No, but we strongly encourage that they do, or that they complete to the protype
module prior to the Shark Tank. This will prepare them well for the experience and
familiarise them with the questions they will likely receive from the Young Eyes
Industry ‘Sharks’.
module prior to the Shark Tank. This will prepare them well for the experience and
familiarise them with the questions they will likely receive from the Young Eyes
Industry ‘Sharks’.
Q. What should my child do in preparation for the Shark Tank?
A. Ensuring they also complete the second pitch practice module will prepare them
well. Encouraging them to practice their pitch in front of others including family and
friends is also advised. Where possible, encourage others to ask them questions
about their pitch, as this will prepare them for the question-and-answer aspect of the
Shark Tank.
Q. What do we need to do if we have any technical issues or have questions on the program?
A. Simply send an email to support@youngeyes.co with details of the issue. We are
happy to help and will respond promptly. For additional feedback regarding the program please email hello@youngeyes.co.
happy to help and will respond promptly. For additional feedback regarding the program please email hello@youngeyes.co.
Q. What other information is important to go through in putting my child forward for the Young Eyes Festival?
A. Please ensure you have read our terms and conditions located on our website as
this covers all the information you must know prior to entry.
