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Apply for the International Award “Top 100 Young Entrepreneurs of the EAEU”

  • Participation is free of charge
  • Candidates must be between 18 and 35 years old inclusive
  • For business owners and co-founders

if you’re looking for like-minded people

if international markets are your goal

if you are between 18 and 35 years old and feel confident in business

if you want to grow and find new partners

The “Top 100 Young Entrepreneurs of the EAEU” Award is for you:

The Award will provide an opportunity to showcase advanced business models implemented in the countries of the Eurasian Economic Union and will help form a professional community of entrepreneurs from EAEU member states and observer countries. It will also promote the idea of corporate social responsibility, strengthen the best traditions of entrepreneurship, popularize and shape a positive image of entrepreneurship among the youth of EAEU countries, and increase public trust

Thanks to the Award, a community of like-minded entrepreneurs will be formed, capable of implementing joint social and economic projects and launching new programs across the Eurasian Economic Union

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an international space for fostering cooperation among young leaders from around the world.
Your application will only be considered if you have a confirmed registration on this platform.

To participate in the Award, you must submit an application on the website top100eaeu.com and register on the international youth platform wyffest.com

The International Jury of the Award will include prominent entrepreneurs, investors, and public figures from EAEU countries

The winners of the Award will be announced in August 2025, and the award ceremony will take place in September during the World Youth Festival Gathering in Nizhny Novgorod

Entrepreneurs who are citizens of Armenia, Belarus, Russia, Iran, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Cuba, and Uzbekistan, under the age of 35, and who are owners or co-founders of businesses aimed at addressing social and economic challenges of civil society and fostering innovative projects in EAEU countries, will be invited to participate in the Award

Evaluation Criteria

Compliance of the application with the Award rules and the theme of the nomination

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2

Quality of project description

3

Project development dynamics in accordance with the selected nomination

Potential for further project development

5

Scope and nature of the project’s potential market

6

Innovative nature of the project within the selected nomination

4
by May 25, 2025
Holding the first meeting of the Award’s Organizing Committee in a hybrid format
Start of application submission
May, 2025
Approval of the list of members and the Chairperson of the Award’s International Jury
by May 30, 2025
June 30, 2025
End of application submission
Selection of the Award winners by the members of the Jury
Award ceremony within the framework of the World Youth Festival Gathering in Nizhny Novgorod (Russian Federation)
by July 31, 2025
September, 2025

Award Timeline

Announcement of the Award winners on the website and on social media platforms
Formation of a community of successful entrepreneurs from EAEU countries among the Award winners, with the joint launch of social and economic projects
August 4, 2025

Nominations

Social Entrepreneurship

A nomination for businesses focused on addressing significant social issues, such as supporting vulnerable groups, developing inclusive programs, launching charitable initiatives, or implementing projects aimed at improving quality of life in communities.

Innovation and Technology

Projects involving the implementation of advanced technologies, including the use of industrial robots, the patenting of unique solutions, and the development of innovative products or services that have a significant impact on industries and markets.
This nomination evaluates companies and projects that promote business digitalization, implement IT platforms, develop and apply artificial intelligence technologies, advance e-commerce, automate processes, or create digital ecosystems for various industries.

Digital Solutions

A nomination for companies that implement environmentally friendly technologies, actively work in the fields of environmental protection, waste recycling, and energy conservation, or carry out projects that contribute to the sustainable development of regions.

Ecology and Sustainable Development

Medicine of the Future

Achievements in medical research and development that have the potential to transform healthcare practices, improve the quality and accessibility of medical services, and contribute to the extension and enhancement of quality of life.

Tourism Breakthrough and Gastronomic Initiatives

Projects and initiatives that contribute to the development of the tourism industry, improvement of infrastructure, promotion of unique routes, and creation of an attractive regional image. This nomination includes both traditional tourism projects and gastronomic concepts—such as restaurants, food spaces, local culinary brands, and initiatives that help shape the tourism identity of specific areas.

Sustainable Solutions in Logistics and Warehousing

Projects focused on the implementation of modern technologies and methods that enhance the efficiency and reliability of logistics and warehousing processes, as well as optimize transportation routes.
Projects aimed at the development of agriculture, enhancement of food security, efficient resource utilization, implementation of innovative solutions in the agro-industrial sector, as well as initiatives that contribute to ensuring the availability and quality of food for the population.

Agro-Innovation and Food Security

Creative Industries

Projects in the field of creative industries, including literature and the arts, multimedia, design, cinema, animation, fashion, and other forms of visual art. The evaluation is based on innovation, aesthetics, and the project’s economic impact.
Projects and programs aimed at advancing education, employee training, professional skill development, the implementation of corporate learning systems, or the creation of conditions for enhancing human resource potential.

Human Capital Development

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