Startups in the Rural Industry are ventures that focus on creating opportunities and solutions in rural areas. They often address unique challenges faced by rural communities, such as access to services, economic diversification, and agricultural innovation. These startups work to bring technology, resources, and new business models to rural regions, revitalising local economies and improving quality of life.

Application top tips:

→ Don’t fall back on cliches and tired storylines.
→ Don’t undersell yourself, your business or your hard work.
→ Give us the truth, not just the formula.
→ You are the hero/heroine of your story; tell us about your ingenuity, your insight.

What does an application look like?

All questions within the application have a minimum word requirement of 150 words. The questions can be found below:

• Give us your elevator pitch!

• What makes your business special?

• What inspired you to start your business?

• What are your ambitions for the future?

How much does it cost to enter?

 

Absolutely nothing!

The StartUp Awards Series is completely free to enter, and you’re free to enter as many categories as you like!

Can I enter more than one Category?

 

Providing you meet the criteria for each category, yes! You’re free to enter as many as you like.

The easiest way to do this is to copy your first entry from the My Entries dashboard. You’ll probably need to tailor your content to the new category, but it will fill most of the application for you.

Rural Alumni

Cardigan Bay Properties
Habitat+ Architects
Great Glen Distillery

Have some more questions?

No problem at all!

You can drop us an email at awards@ideasforums.com

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