'Win your own Business' Competition
Win your own business
This is a unique opportunity for entrepreneurs to enter an ‘Apprentice’ style competition and walk away with an award winning accountancy franchise package worth £20,000.
How to enter
Enter by completing the online form and submitting your franchise growth plan and marketing strategy. The closing date for entries is 4th November 2011. Enter here. You will find guidelines about what to include in your business growth plan and marketing strategy here.
Pitch to the Judges!
Judging will take place in the Executive Business Centre at the Bournemouth University. Shortlisted finalists will be required to pitch their plans to the judging panel on November 16th 2011.
Winner’s Package
Total prize value £20,000
- An Equation Franchise (normal RRP £14,750) to be operated in the Dorset, Somerset, Wiltshire or Hampshire area.
- Equipment and software to run your new business, laptop with preloaded software, scanner and printer.
- Branded stationery, business cards and PR materials
- PR launch campaign to get your business off to a flying start
- One year's membership to your local Chamber of Commerce
- Dedicated support team to help you establish your business
- Tickets to the Dorset Business Awards Gala Dinner
Criteria
The winner will be the candidate who is best able to demonstrate their suitability to the franchise opportunity. This will be the candidate who presents the best combination of skill set, attitude, personality, business acumen, drive, willing and determination, in order to ensure the success of the franchise. Criteria details.
Why you should enter
- Winners Package worth £20,000
- Practice your business planning, public speaking, interview and pitching skills in front of a panel of judges.
- Obtain critical independent analysis and feedback.
- Shortlisted finalists will receive a review of their application, performance and pitching skills
- Enhance your understanding of what investors want.
- Tap into increased support and advice for entrepreneurs during Bournemouth Universities ‘Global Entrepreneurship Week’.
- Gain access to mentors and networking opportunities
- Add the experience to your C.V
Please note
Applicants should note the franchise prize is a serious commercial venture and genuine business opportunity which will require commitment, time and dedication. Please read our guidelines before submitting your application.
Running an Equation franchise is a full time occupation and involves meeting targets, organising, planning and actively growing your business. Careful consideration should be given to whether you are suited to this level of commitment before entering the competition. Please see our T’s & C’s for further information.
Need Help?
Email info@equationfranchise.co.uk
Call us on 01305 769739 or 01202 606444
Skype Equationuk
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