There are an increasing number of young potential entrepreneurs who feel they have a great idea for a new business. Today they can test and develop that idea by taking part in the Best Business Plan Competition for 2008 organised by Junior Chamber International – JCI (Malta).

This competition, supported by HSBC and KPMG, gives individuals the opportunity to be trained and advised by experts and established entrepreneurs to help these young people put their original and viable business ideas into practice. A panel of judges will give recognition to the most innovative and well drawn-up business plan, but all participants will gain benefits simply by participating in this competition.

The Best Business Plan will win a grand cash prize of e2,500 and the first runner up will be awarded a cash prize of e600. The best business plans will also be nominated by JCI Malta in JCI’s International Best Business Plan Competition and the 2009 JCI World Congress, with the chance of winning a further US$5,000.

Participation in the local competition is open to all Maltese residents aged between 18 and 40. For more information on the BBP Competition and an entry form, please visit the JCI Malta website at www.jci.org.mt, e-mail [email protected] or contact the Project Team on 9989 7036. Submission deadline for applications is 31 March.