Calling all innovators and dreamers! The IBA Center for Entrepreneurial Development (CED) is proud to present INVENT 2024, Pakistan’s premier startup competition. As part of the Global Entrepreneurship Week 2024, INVENT provides an unmatched opportunity to celebrate innovation, showcase groundbreaking ideas, and compete for recognition among Pakistan’s top startups.
Whether you’re just starting out or looking to scale, this is your chance to make your mark on the entrepreneurial ecosystem.
📅 Event Details
- Dates: November 21 – 23, 2024
- Time: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM (Final Day)
- Location: G&T Auditorium, IBA Main Campus, Karachi
🎯 Why Should You Participate?
Amazing Prizes for Top Startups
- Winner: PKR 300,000 🏆
- Runner-Up: PKR 200,000
- Third Place: PKR 100,000
Benefits for Finalists
- Top 10 startups will receive:
- Personalized mentoring and training.
- An exclusive opportunity to showcase at GEW I-BAZAAR ’24.
- Consideration for a free spot in IBA’s Incubation Program for ongoing mentorship and support.
Network and Grow
Gain access to:
- Industry experts and mentors.
- A network of investors and corporations ready to support your journey.
- The chance to scale your startup and secure partnerships.
🌟 A Legacy of Innovation: About INVENT
Since its inception in 2009, INVENT has been the go-to platform for connecting entrepreneurs with investors, mentors, and collaborators. Guided by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), INVENT fosters innovation and encourages solutions that address social, environmental, and economic challenges.
This competition has already helped startups raise capital, form partnerships, and create groundbreaking impacts.
✅ Eligibility Criteria
Are you ready to take the stage? Here’s what you need:
- Startup Age: Must be operational for at least 6 months and no more than 3 years.
- Business Registration: Registration is optional; non-registered startups are welcome.
- Impact Assessment: Demonstrate measurable social, environmental, or economic impact.
- Documentation: Submit relevant materials, including:
- Business plans
- Financial statements (if available)
- Metrics showing growth and impact
- Final pitch deck (template to be provided)
- Scalability: Show potential for growth and market expansion.
- Compliance & Ethics: Adhere to ethical and legal standards.
- Market Validation: Prove demand for your product or service.
🗓 Competition Timeline
- November 10: Round 1 application deadline
- November 13: Top 50 startups announced (Round 2)
- November 16: Top 10 finalists announced (Round 3)
- November 20: Finalists arrive at IBA Karachi
- November 21: E-Connect and I-Bazaar participation
- November 22: Training and mentoring sessions
- November 23: Final pitches and winner announcements
🔗 How to Register
📅 Deadline to Register: November 10, 2024
🔗 Registration Link: Register Now
For full details, visit: INVENT 2024
🚀 Seize This Opportunity Today!
If you’re ready to bring your vision to life, this is your chance to shine. INVENT 2024 is more than a competition—it’s a community of innovators driving change and creating lasting impact.
📢 Don’t wait—register now and take the first step toward transforming your startup!
