Fi Europe Startup Challenge: Time to take centre stage
Entries for the Fi Europe Startup Challenge are now open with a submission deadline of 6 September.
Now in its ninth year, the Fi Europe Startup Challenge 2024 – a unique competition for young companies championing ingredient innovations – is encouraging industry entrepreneurs to submit their applications. This year’s challenge will feature four exciting categories, including the new Most Innovative Foodtech Solution plus a special Jurys Choice award for the Most Innovative Sustainable Solution.
The awards recognise innovative products and ideas for the food and beverage ingredients sector, and inspirational young companies that are driving positive changes in the industry. The Fi Europe Startup Challenge also offers a unique platform for startups to gain exposure to a global audience, expand their networks and attract investment.
Just by entering the challenge, participants are guaranteed to catch the eye of the advisory board, who will be compiling the shortlist of entrants. All shortlisted startups will not only have the opportunity to pitch to an influential judging panel, but also showcase their innovation to more than 25,000 visitors who attend Fi Europe.
Entries are open to startups active for 5 years or less, with innovations focusing on groundbreaking additives and ingredients, technologies and digital solutions.
This year’s categories are as follows:
- Most Innovative Food or Beverage Ingredient
- Most Innovative Plant-based or Alternative Ingredient
- Most Innovative Foodtech Solution (NEW)
- Most Innovative Service or Digital Solution Supporting the F&B industry
Additionally, there will be a Jury’s Choice award for Most Innovative Sustainable Solution chosen from the finalists across all categories.
The winning startups in each category will be able to choose one prize from a selection up for grabs, including a free stand at next year’s Fi Europe, a digital marketing package for Ingredients Network and Fi Global Insights, or mentorship and support from one of the jury members.
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