OPUS and Investec Wealth & Investment International have announced the return of the Investec Early Stage Entrepreneur of the Year Awards, increasing the investment fund to US$250,000 from US$60,000.
The Investec Early Stage Entrepreneur of the Year Awards celebrate entrepreneurs building businesses with the potential to reshape industries across the future of professional services, enterprise software, consumer products, finance, health and wellness, deep tech, education and work, creativity, climate and female entrepreneurship.
After the success of the first edition, this year’s awards have been extended. Prize money has increased to US$250,000, while the number of categories has increased to 10 from five and OPUS has significantly broadened its international reach.
“Great entrepreneurs create value far beyond their businesses. They create employment, attract investment, strengthen industries and help economies grow. At Investec, many of our longest-standing client relationships began with entrepreneurial ambition, and we have had the privilege of supporting founders as they grow across markets, generations and geographies. The ESEYs recognise the next generation of business builders, and we are proud to celebrate those whose vision and determination have the potential to create lasting global impact,” said Cumesh Moodliar, CEO of Investec South Africa.
Applications are open here.