Westminster Big Idea Competition’s applications now open

The competition encourages and supports applicants to develop their entrepreneurial skills and to build and grow their businesses. Participants will get access to upskill workshops to support their growth, with the opportunity to win a prize from a £50,000+ prize fund including mentoring.

What you will get from the experience

Freelance

• develop your ability to pitch your work and skills to clients, collaborators and advisors
• learn how to generate more revenue as a paid professional freelancer
• grow your network and build your personal brand

Ideate

• learn how to build a business model for new business ideas
• develop a strategy to test your concept and communicate it
• refine your presentation skills to engage potential supporters and attract initial interest

Accelerate

• grow your existing business or Minimum Viable Product (MVP)
• deliver a compelling pitch to attract funding
• plan to make your business financially sustainable

How to apply

To take part, please complete this application form by 26 March 2025 and submit a one-minute video. 
Increase your odds of success by attending WeNetwork’s programmes and events including Big Idea Competition information sessions.

Find out more about the entry categories and prize funding.